Velban (Noun)
Meaning
Periwinkle plant derivative used as an antineoplastic drug (trade name Velban) that disrupts cell division.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Velban is administered intravenously and is often used in combination with other chemotherapy medications to treat various types of cancer.
- The periwinkle plant derivative, Velban, has been used to treat Hodgkin's disease and certain types of leukemia.
- Side effects of Velban treatment can include numbness or tingling in the hands and feet, as well as fatigue and weakness.
- The use of Velban in cancer treatment is carefully monitored to minimize the risk of nerve damage and other serious side effects.
- In clinical trials, Velban has shown significant efficacy in reducing tumor size and slowing the progression of certain types of cancer.