Tell doctors or dentists that you are being treated with vincristine before you receive any treatment from them. Tell your nurse or doctor immediately if you feel burning, stinging or any other change while the drug is being given. Pain or tenderness may occur where the needle was placed. Apply warm compresses or soak in warm water for 15-20 minutes several times a day. Nausea rarely occurs with vincristine.
Most people have little or no nausea.
Eat often in small amounts. Constipation may occur. Drink plenty of fluids. Add prunes or prune juice. Eat foods high in fibre such as bran, whole grain breads and cereals, nuts, raw fruits and raw vegetables.