Paclitaxel Injection

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Paclitaxel Injection

1 Injection in 1 Vial
₹ 5240
1 INJECTION | 1 Vial
₹ 5240
134 people have bought this recently

Paclitaxel Information

Paclitaxel is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Paclitaxel have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Paclitaxel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.



Paclitaxel Benefits & Uses

Paclitaxel is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Paclitaxel 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


Paclitaxel Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Paclitaxel Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Paclitaxel safe for pregnant women?


    Paclitaxel 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 Paclitaxel safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Paclitaxel on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Paclitaxel on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Paclitaxel on the Liver?


    Paclitaxel 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Paclitaxel on the Heart?


    Paclitaxel has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Paclitaxel with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz
    Ketoconazole


    Paclitaxel Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Paclitaxel

    • Is this Paclitaxel habit forming or addictive?


      Paclitaxel does not cause addiction.

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


      After taking Paclitaxel you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Paclitaxel only as per medical advice.

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


      No, Paclitaxel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Paclitaxel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Paclitaxel


      It is safe to take Paclitaxel with food.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Paclitaxel


      Consuming Paclitaxel with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

      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

    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)



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