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Taxocare 20 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Breast Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Head and neck cancer. The alternative uses of Taxocare 20 Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Taxocare 20 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Taxocare 20 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Taxocare 20 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Taxocare 20 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Taxocare 20 Injection related warnings talks about Taxocare 20 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Taxocare 20 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Taxocare 20 Injection in conditions like Liver Disease, Neutropenia, Infections. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Taxocare 20 Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Taxocare 20 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Taxocare 20 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Taxocare 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Taxocare 20 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Taxocare 20 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Taxocare should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Taxocare 20 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Taxocare may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Taxocare should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Taxocare 20 Injection on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Taxocare on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Taxocare 20 Injection on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Taxocare. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Taxocare only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Taxocare 20 Injection on the Heart?
Taxocare is completely safe for the heart.
Taxocare 20 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Taxocare 20 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Taxocare 20 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Taxocare 20 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Taxocare 20 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Taxocare 20 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Taxocare 20 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Taxocare 20 Injection
Taxocare 20 Injection may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Taxocare 20 Injection
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Taxocare 20 Injection as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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