Paclitec : Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Paclitec Benefits & Uses

Paclitec is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Breast Cancer

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Vaginal Cancer

Paclitec 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

Paclitec Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Paclitec 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)

Paclitec Related Warnings

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.

Severe
Is the use of Paclitec safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Paclitec may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Paclitec should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Paclitec on the Kidneys?

Paclitec does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Paclitec on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Paclitec . If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Paclitec on the Heart?

Paclitec has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Paclitec with Other Drugs

Paclitec 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

Paclitec Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Herpes
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Paclitec

Is this Paclitec habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Paclitec is addictive.

No
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.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Paclitec should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Paclitec in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Paclitec Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Paclitec

Taking Paclitec with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Paclitec

Taking alcohol with Paclitec can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 967-969

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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)

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