If constipation is a common problem, the regular use of a stool softener may be necessary while the child is on vincristine. Caused by several drugs, can often be relieved and sometimes prevented by certain medications. Unfortunately, no perfect drug exists to prevent nausea and vomiting. Those that are effective are most helpful if given before chemotherapy. If these symptoms are marked, ask your physician about prescribing medication to counteract them.
Many people use special mouth rinses to ease the discomfort.
No particular regimens are known to prevent mouth soreness from occurring. Hair loss from vincristine, Adriamycin, methotrexate, cyclophosphamide, etc. There is no way to prevent hair loss, short of discontinuing medication. The hair will grow back, but regrowth may take months. The new hair may be different in color and texture.