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Paclitaxel Injection IP
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Overview
Paclitax 100mg Injection belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat patients diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Paclitax Injection is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Lung Cancer
Paclitax 100mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma. The active ingredient of the Paclitax is Paclitaxel that belongs to the drug class of Taxanes. It is administered as an injection by an experienced nurse or medical professional. This Injection works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this injection until your doctor says to do so.
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Paclitax 100mg Injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Paclitax Injection are mentioned below:
Anemia
Nausea
Diarrhea
Flushing
Swelling
Vomiting
Dizziness
Hair Loss
Weakness
Sore throat
Weight loss
Constipation
Blood in Urine
Breathlessness
Loss of appetite
Fluctuations in blood pressure
Skin Rashes, redness, and itchiness
Severe side effects:
Kidney failure
Abdomen pain
Irregular heartbeat
Low blood platelets
Low blood pressure
Urinary tract infection
Respiratory infection
Numbness of feet and hand
Paclitax 100mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.
Paclitax 100mg Injection is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of Taxanes. Through its attachment to microtubule subunits, this drug interferes with the cell cycle. As the cell cycle progresses, cancer cells divide and multiply abnormally. By inhibiting this function, this injection prevents the growth and spread of cancer cells.
Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Paclitax 100mg Injection. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Paclitax 100mg Injection may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such a condition.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Paclitax 100mg Injection is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking a Paclitax 100mg Injection.
Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking the Paclitax 100mg Injection.
Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Paclitax 100mg Injection if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Paclitax 100mg Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Paclitax 100mg Injection.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with ways. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Paclitax 100mg Injection.
Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Paclitax 100mg Injection. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Paclitax 100mg Injection. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Paclitax 100mg Injection, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Paclitax 100mg Injection. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Paclitax 100mg Injection, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.
If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Paclitax 100mg Injection like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to Inform your doctor as soon as possible.
The Paclitax 100mg Injection is used to treat and manage non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma. The dosage and duration must be decided by your healthcare provider by considering patients body response and cancer stage detected.
Paclitax 100mg Injection can pass through the mother's blood and harm the unborn baby. So it is advised not to give this injection to pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Yes, It is advised to use contraceptives pills or birth control pills for at least 3 to 6 months even after completing the treatment with Paclitax 100mg Injection. It is compulsory because this injection can pass through the mother's blood or the father's semen and can harm the unborn baby.
Paclitax 100mg Injection must be stored in a cold place.
Paclitax 100mg Injection blocks the structure and function of microtubules which is necessary for the division of the cancer cells. By blocking this action, this injection stops the multiplication and eventually death of the cancer cells.
