Paxuba 260 Mg Injection Information

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer. Other than this, Paxuba 260 Mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Paxuba 260 Mg Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Paxuba 260 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Paxuba 260 Mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Paxuba 260 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Paxuba 260 Mg Injection in conditions like Liver Disease, Herpes, Heart Disease. The section on Paxuba 260 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Paxuba 260 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Paxuba 260 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Paxuba 260 Mg 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

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Paxuba 260 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Paxuba 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 Paxuba 260 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Paxuba 260 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Paxuba does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Paxuba 260 Mg Injection on the Liver?

Paxuba 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 Paxuba 260 Mg Injection on the Heart?

Side effects of Paxuba rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Paxuba 260 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

Paxuba 260 Mg 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

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Paxuba 260 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Herpes
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Paxuba 260 Mg Injection

Is this Paxuba 260 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Paxuba 260 Mg Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Paxuba 260 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Paxuba 260 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Paxuba 260 Mg Injection

Taking Paxuba 260 Mg Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Paxuba 260 Mg Injection

Taking Paxuba 260 Mg Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

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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Paxuba 260 Mg Injection