Paclitaxel

ब्रांड नाम

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What it is used for

Paclitaxel Injection, USP is indicated as subsequent therapy for the treatment of advanced carcinoma of the ovary. As first-line therapy, Paclitaxel Injection, USP is indicated in combination with cisplatin. Paclitaxel Injection, USP is indicated for the adjuvant treatment of node-positive breast cancer administered sequentially to standard doxorubicin-containing combination chemotherapy.

Common side effects

Pooled Analysis of Adverse Event Experiences from Single-Agent Studies Data in the following table are based on the experience of 812 patients (493 with ovarian carcinoma and 319 with breast carcinoma) enrolled in 10 studies who received single-agent Paclitaxel Injection. TABLE 10. b All patients received premedication.

Do not use if (contraindications)

Paclitaxel is contraindicated in patients who have a history of hypersensitivity reactions to paclitaxel or other drugs formulated in polyoxyl 35 castor oil.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Pregnancy (label summary): (See WARNINGS section). Breastfeeding (label summary): Nursing Mothers It is not known whether the drug is excreted in human milk.

सामान्य प्रश्न

What is Paclitaxel used for?
Paclitaxel Injection, USP is indicated as subsequent therapy for the treatment of advanced carcinoma of the ovary. As first-line therapy, Paclitaxel Injection, USP is indicated in combination with cisplatin.

What are the side effects of Paclitaxel?
Pooled Analysis of Adverse Event Experiences from Single-Agent Studies Data in the following table are based on the experience of 812 patients (493 with ovarian carcinoma and 319 with breast carcinoma) enrolled in 10 studies who received single-agent Paclitaxel Injection. TABLE 10.

Who should not take Paclitaxel?
Paclitaxel is contraindicated in patients who have a history of hypersensitivity reactions to paclitaxel or other drugs formulated in polyoxyl 35 castor oil.

Does Paclitaxel have a boxed warning?
Paclitaxel should be administered under the supervision of a physician experienced in the use of cancer chemotherapeutic agents. Appropriate management of complications is possible only when adequate diagnostic and treatment facilities are readily available.

Can I take Paclitaxel in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy (label summary): (See WARNINGS section). Breastfeeding (label summary): Nursing Mothers It is not known whether the drug is excreted in human milk.

What is the dose of Paclitaxel?
Not provided here. Ask a doctor or pharmacist.

Paclitaxel क्या है?
Paclitaxel is used for: Paclitaxel Injection, USP is indicated as subsequent therapy for the treatment of advanced carcinoma of the ovary. It belongs to the class: Microtubule Inhibitor. Common side effects include: Pooled Analysis of Adverse Event Experiences from Single-Agent Studies Data in the following table ar…

Paclitaxel के दुष्प्रभाव क्या हैं?
Pooled Analysis of Adverse Event Experiences from Single-Agent Studies Data in the following table are based on the experience of 812 patients (493 with ovarian carcinoma and 319 with breast carcinoma) enrolled in 10 studies who received single-agent Paclitaxel Injection. TABLE 10. b All patients received premedicat…