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Paclitec is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer. Paclitec also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Paclitec depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Paclitec side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Paclitec are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Paclitec is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Paclitec related warnings talks about Paclitec's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Paclitec can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Paclitec in conditions like Liver Disease, Herpes, Heart Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Paclitec are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Paclitec with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Paclitec, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Paclitec 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 Paclitec safe for pregnant women?
Paclitec 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 Paclitec safe during breastfeeding?
Paclitec should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Paclitec on the Kidneys?
Paclitec does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Paclitec on the Liver?
Paclitec 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.
What is the effect of Paclitec on the Heart?
Paclitec has very mild side effects on the heart.
Paclitec should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Paclitec unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Paclitec habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Paclitec has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Paclitec you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Paclitec only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Paclitec in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Paclitec
It is safe to take Paclitec with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Paclitec
Taking alcohol with Paclitec can be dangerous.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 967-969
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 865-866
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Taxol® (paclitaxel)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user;Abraxane® (paclitaxel protein-bound particles)
