Paclitaxel

Paclitaxel 260mg injection

Classification -

Anticancer Medicine

What is Paclitaxel?

It is an anticancer medicine that is used for various advanced cancers.

Uses of Paclitaxel

Breast cancer Ovarian cancer AIDS related sarcoma Non-small cell lung cancer Pancreatic cancer Head and neck cancer

How does it work?

It inhibits the splitting of double-stranded DNA, inhibits its replication and multiplication.

Common side effects of Paclitaxel

Tiredness Hair loss Increases the risk of infections Indigestion - diarrhea, constipation Hypotension Mouth ulcers Muscle and joint pain UTI Anemia Numbness of limbs, tingling in hands, fingers

Serious side effects of Paclitaxel

Bone Marrow Suppression Slow heartbeat Shortness of breath Blood clot Chest pain Liver toxicity Local tissue injury Pain in the abdomen

Precautions

To be used cautiously in patients with - Liver disorders Renal disorders Hypertension patients Elderly patients Pre-existing infections Immune-compromised patients Adjuvant to myelo-suppressive treatments

Contraindications

Allergy or hypersensitivity to Paclitaxel. Breastfeeding mothers Pregnant women

Warnings

To be used as prescribed by the doctor.

Important safety and monitoring information

Regularly monitor - Total blood count, Liver functions Infection risks, Heart functions, and Neuropathy

Storage of paclitaxel injection

Keep at 2-8 degrees Celsius and protect from light.

Administration Instructions

Use as a slow IV infusion only. Do not give as an IV push/bolus. To be used immediately after reconstitution.

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