User:Mr. Ibrahem/Vinblastine

Vinblastine (VBL), sold under the brand name Velban among others, is a chemotherapy medication, typically used with other medications, to treat a number of types of cancer. This includes Hodgkin's lymphoma, non-small cell lung cancer, bladder cancer, brain cancer, melanoma, and testicular cancer. It is given by injection into a vein.

Most people experience some side effects. Commonly it causes a change in sensation, constipation, weakness, loss of appetite, and headaches. Severe side effects include low blood cell counts and shortness of breath. It should not be given to people who have a current bacterial infection. Use during pregnancy will likely harm the baby. Vinblastine works by blocking cell division.

Vinblastine was isolated in 1958. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. As of 2014 the wholesale cost in the developing world is about US$7.70 and US$31.70 per dose. In the United Kingdom it costs £13.09 per 10 mg vial. It was originally obtained from the Madagascar periwinkle.