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Jevtana, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Prostate Cancer.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Jevtana. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Jevtana are Weakness, Loss of appetite, Blood or red colored urine. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Jevtana as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Jevtana go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Jevtana has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Jevtana has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Jevtana related warnings section.
Jevtana is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy, Neutropenia, Anemia as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Jevtana are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Jevtana may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Jevtana is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Jevtana is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Jevtana safe for pregnant women?
Jevtana should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Jevtana safe during breastfeeding?
Jevtana may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Jevtana on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Jevtana. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Jevtana on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Jevtana. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Jevtana only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Jevtana on the Heart?
Side effects of Jevtana rarely affect the heart.
Jevtana should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Jevtana unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Jevtana habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Jevtana has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Jevtana since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Jevtana is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Jevtana is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Jevtana
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Jevtana together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Jevtana
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Jevtana.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Jevtana (cabazitaxel)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 261-263
