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Taxol 100mg Injection
Prescription Required
Overview
Introduction
Taxol 100mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication used for the treatment of breast cancer, pancreatic cancer and non-small cell lung cancer.
It is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. It prevents cancer cells to divide and multiply. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them. You should continue to take Taxol 100mg Injection as long as your doctor advises you. The duration of treatment varies with the type of cancer you have and other factors like your response to treatment. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine. In case of white blood cells disturbances, Some people may experience associated fever or infections.
It may cause side effects such as nausea, rash and hair loss. To reduce these side effects your doctor may suggest some medication along with it. But, inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever). You should not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is better to use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. You should talk to doctor if you have sudden weight gain or if you have swelling in your arms and legs that does not go away.
It is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. It prevents cancer cells to divide and multiply. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them. You should continue to take Taxol 100mg Injection as long as your doctor advises you. The duration of treatment varies with the type of cancer you have and other factors like your response to treatment. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine. In case of white blood cells disturbances, Some people may experience associated fever or infections.
It may cause side effects such as nausea, rash and hair loss. To reduce these side effects your doctor may suggest some medication along with it. But, inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever). You should not take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. It is better to use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. You should talk to doctor if you have sudden weight gain or if you have swelling in your arms and legs that does not go away.
Uses of Taxol Injection
Side effects of Taxol Injection
Common
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Low blood platelets
- Rash
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Urinary tract infection
- Bleeding
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Hair loss
- Decreased blood pressure
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Diarrhea
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
How to use Taxol Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Taxol Injection works
Taxol 100mg Injection is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the microtubule structures which help the cancer cells to divide and multiply. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Taxol 100mg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Taxol 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding
UNSAFE
Taxol 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Taxol 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As there is no reason why you cannot continue driving between courses of Taxol 100mg Injection but you should remember that this medicine contains some alcohol and it may be unwise to drive
As there is no reason why you cannot continue driving between courses of Taxol 100mg Injection but you should remember that this medicine contains some alcohol and it may be unwise to drive
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Taxol 100mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Taxol 100mg Injection is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Taxol 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Taxol 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Taxol 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Taxol 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
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Quick Tips
- Taxol 100mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication used for the treatment of breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer.
- It is given as an intravenous (IV) injection into your vein, usually over 1 hour and every three weeks.
- Do not take Taxol 100mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever) or other signs of infection.
- Talk to your doctor if you have sudden weight gain or if you have swelling in your arms and legs that doesn't go away.
Patient Concerns
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User Feedback
What are you using Taxol Injection for?
Breast cancer
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FAQs
Q. Is Taxol generic/ taxane/ FDA approved/cytotoxic?
Yes, Taxol is generic/ taxane/ FDA approved/ cytotoxic
Q. Is Taxol a vesicant?
Taxol is usually a vesicant (irritant)
Q. Is Taxol light sensitive/ hydrophobic/ cardiotoxic?
Yes, Taxol is light sensitive/ hydrophobic/ cardiotoxic
Q. Does Taxol cause hair loss?
Yes, Taxol may cause hair loss as a side effect. Please inform your doctor about any side effect while you are on Taxol therapy
Q. What is Taxol derived from?
Taxol is derived from bark of the Pacific yew, Taxus brevifolia.
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References
- Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1707-709.
- 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. pp. 949.
- 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. 1044-46.
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