Cytax 30 Injection Information

Cytax 30 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer. Cytax 30 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Cytax 30 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cytax 30 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cytax 30 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cytax 30 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cytax 30 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Cytax 30 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Herpes, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Cytax 30 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Cytax 30 Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cytax 30 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Cytax Benefits & Uses
Cytax Dosage & How to Take
Cytax Side Effects
Cytax Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cytax with Other Drugs
Cytax Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cytax
Cytax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cytax 30 Injection Benefits & Uses

Cytax 30 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Cytax 30 Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given in every 3 weeks followed by cisplatin
Adult	Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 225 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given in every 3 weeks followed by cisplatin
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given in every 3 weeks followed by cisplatin

Cytax 30 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytax 30 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Cytax should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Cytax 30 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Cytax should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Cytax 30 Injection on the Kidneys?

Using Cytax does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Cytax 30 Injection on the Liver?

Cytax can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cytax 30 Injection on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Cytax on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cytax 30 Injection with Other Drugs

Cytax 30 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Adalimumab

Clozapine

Etanercept

Ritonavir

Moderate

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Ketoconazole

Cytax 30 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytax 30 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Herpes
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Cytax 30 Injection

Is this Cytax 30 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Cytax 30 Injection is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Cytax 30 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cytax 30 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Cytax 30 Injection only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Cytax 30 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cytax 30 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytax 30 Injection

Taking Cytax 30 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytax 30 Injection

Consuming Cytax 30 Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Cytax 30 Injection