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Taxedol 20 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Head and neck cancer. The alternative uses of Taxedol 20 Injection have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Taxedol 20 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Taxedol 20 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Taxedol 20 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Taxedol 20 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Taxedol 20 Injection related warnings talks about Taxedol 20 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Taxedol 20 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Neutropenia, Infections as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Taxedol 20 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Taxedol 20 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Taxedol 20 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Taxedol 20 Injection 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 Taxedol 20 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Taxedol. If you are pregnant, do not take Taxedol without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Taxedol 20 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Taxedol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Taxedol 20 Injection on the Kidneys?
Taxedol is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Taxedol 20 Injection on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Taxedol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Taxedol 20 Injection on the Heart?
Taxedol is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Taxedol 20 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Taxedol 20 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Taxedol 20 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Taxedol 20 Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Taxedol 20 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Taxedol 20 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Taxedol 20 Injection
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Taxedol 20 Injection to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Taxedol 20 Injection
Taking Taxedol 20 Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866
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