Ocetaxel 80 Injection Benefits & Uses

Ocetaxel 80 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Multiple Myeloma

Ocetaxel 80 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

Ocetaxel 80 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ocetaxel 80 Injection is used -

Severe

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Decreased blood pressure
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)

Moderate

Bleeding
Edema
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Weakness
Rash
Flushing
Diarrhoea
Hair Loss
Infection
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Ocetaxel 80 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Ocetaxel 80 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Ocetaxel 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 Ocetaxel 80 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Ocetaxel. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Ocetaxel 80 Injection on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Ocetaxel on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ocetaxel 80 Injection on the Liver?

Ocetaxel may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ocetaxel 80 Injection on the Heart?

Side effects of Ocetaxel rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ocetaxel 80 Injection with Other Drugs

Ocetaxel 80 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

Ocetaxel 80 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ocetaxel 80 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Herpes
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Ocetaxel 80 Injection

Is this Ocetaxel 80 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Ocetaxel 80 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Ocetaxel 80 Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ocetaxel 80 Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Ocetaxel 80 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Ocetaxel 80 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Ocetaxel 80 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ocetaxel 80 Injection

Taking Ocetaxel 80 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ocetaxel 80 Injection

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ocetaxel 80 Injection as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

Ocetaxel 80 Injection