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Ixempra 15mg Injection

Ixabepilone (15mg)
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Ixempra 15mg Injection is used in the treatment of breast cancer. It can be used alone or in combination with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy. It works by interfering with growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS,
Last updated on 31 Mar 2026 | 02:31 PM (IST)
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General Information

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Product introduction

Ixempra 15mg Injection is given as an IV infusion under the supervision of a doctor and should not be self-administered. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

The most common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, fever, fatigue, muscle pain and Anemia (low number of red blood cells).  If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It is important to use effective contraception to avoid getting pregnant or fathering a child during treatment. It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney disease, or if have been on radiation therapy. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor may check you for blood cells and liver functioning while taking this medicine.

Uses of Ixempra Injection

Benefits of Ixempra Injection

Breast cancer
Ixempra 15mg Injection helps to treat breast cancer and it may be used alone or in combination with other medicines or treatment modalities like chemotherapy. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. Ixempra 15mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Ixempra Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ixempra
  • Vomiting
  • Fatigue
  • Fever
  • Muscle pain
  • Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
  • Mucosal inflammation
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Joint pain
  • Hair loss
  • Low blood platelets
  • Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
  • Nail disorder
  • Constipation
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhea
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Nausea

How to use Ixempra Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Ixempra Injection works

Ixempra 15mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.

Quick tips

  • Ixempra 15mg Injection is given as an IV infusion under the supervision of a doctor only.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
  • Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
  • It may lower your body's ability to fight with infection, so maintain distance from the infected person.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cell count (CBC) and liver function.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Ixempra 15mg Injection.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ixempra 15mg Injection is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

UNSAFE
Ixempra 15mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Ixempra 15mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Ixempra 15mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver

Liver

CAUTION
Ixempra 15mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of Ixempra 15mg Injection is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
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Interaction with drugs

Taking Ixempra with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Moderate

Clarithromycin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Clarithromycin with Ixabepilone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Ixabepilone.
Moderate

Aprepitant (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mouth sores, loss of appetite, muscle or joint pain, hair loss, rash, tingling or numbness in hands and feet and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Aprepitant may raise blood levels of Ixabepilone.
Moderate

Indinavir (Oral Route)

Do not consume Indinavir with Ixabepilone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Indinavir may raise blood levels of Ixabepilone.
Moderate

Posaconazole (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mouth sores, loss of appetite, muscle or joint pain, hair loss, rash, tingling or numbness in hands and feet and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Posaconazole may raise blood levels of Ixabepilone.
Moderate

Clarithromycin (Oral Route)

Do not consume Clarithromycin with Ixabepilone. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Ixabepilone.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Epothilone analoguesues

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Cytotoxic Alkaloids

References

  1. Chu E, Sartorelli AC. Cancer Chemotherapy. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 951.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 753-54.
  3. Ixabepilone. Halle/Westfalen, Germany: Baxter Oncology GmbH; 2007. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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