Z-Taxel : Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Z-Taxel Benefits & Uses

Z-Taxel is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Breast Cancer

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Lung Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Vaginal Cancer

Z-Taxel 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

Z-Taxel Side Effects

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

Severe

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Decreased blood pressure
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)

Moderate

Bleeding
Edema
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Weakness
Rash
Flushing
Diarrhoea
Hair Loss
Infection
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Z-Taxel Related Warnings

Is the use of Z-Taxel safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Z-Taxel . If you are pregnant, do not take Z-Taxel without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Z-Taxel safe during breastfeeding?

Z-Taxel should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Z-Taxel on the Kidneys?

Z-Taxel is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Z-Taxel on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Z-Taxel . If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Z-Taxel on the Heart?

Z-Taxel is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Z-Taxel with Other Drugs

Z-Taxel 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

Z-Taxel Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Herpes
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Z-Taxel

Is this Z-Taxel habit forming or addictive?

Z-Taxel does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Z-Taxel can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Z-Taxel is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Z-Taxel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Z-Taxel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Z-Taxel

You can take Z-Taxel with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Z-Taxel

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Z-Taxel as it can have severe side effects.

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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