Paclistar Information
Paclistar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Paclistar have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Paclistar. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Paclistar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Paclistar are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Paclistar's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Paclistar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Herpes, Heart Disease must refrain from the use of Paclistar since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Paclistar have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Paclistar with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Paclistar is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Paclistar Benefits & Uses
Paclistar is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Breast Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Paclistar Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Paclistar Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Paclistar is used -
Severe
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Moderate
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Weakness
- Rash
- Flushing
- Diarrhoea
Paclistar Related Warnings
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Is the use of Paclistar safe for pregnant women?
Paclistar shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Paclistar safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Paclistar may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Paclistar should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Paclistar on the Kidneys?
Paclistar is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Paclistar on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Paclistar. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Paclistar only after medical advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Paclistar on the Heart?
Paclistar has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Paclistar with Other Drugs
Paclistar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Paclistar Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Paclistar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Herpes
- Heart Disease
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Infections
Frequently asked Questions about Paclistar
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Is this Paclistar habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Paclistar.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Paclistar, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Paclistar can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Paclistar only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Paclistar is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Paclistar Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Paclistar
You can take Paclistar with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Paclistar
Taking Paclistar with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 967-969
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 865-866
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Taxol® (paclitaxel)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user;Abraxane® (paclitaxel protein-bound particles)
