Taxogem Benefits & Uses

Taxogem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Breast Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Head and neck cancer

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer
Gastric Cancer

Taxogem 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	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 60 mg/m2 IV over 1 hour repeat treatment every 3 weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 60 mg/m2 IV over 1 hour repeat treatment every 3 weeks

Taxogem Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Taxogem is used -

Severe

Hypersensitivity
Infection
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Moderate

Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Edema
Erythema
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Rash

Taxogem Related Warnings

Is the use of Taxogem safe for pregnant women?

Taxogem shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Taxogem safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Taxogem on the Kidneys?

Taxogem is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Taxogem on the Liver?

Taxogem 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 Taxogem on the Heart?

Using Taxogem does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Taxogem with Other Drugs

Taxogem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Taxogem Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Neutropenia
Edema
Infections
Eye Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Taxogem

Is this Taxogem habit forming or addictive?

Taxogem does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Taxogem. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Taxogem should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Taxogem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Taxogem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Taxogem

Some foods when eaten with Taxogem can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Taxogem

Consumption of alcohol and Taxogem together may have severe 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

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Docetaxel (docetaxel)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Taxotere (docetaxel)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Oncotaxel (docetaxel)

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