Taxol

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Taxol Benefits & Uses

Taxol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Taxol 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

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given in every 3 weeks followed by cisplatin
Adult
  • Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 225 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given in every 3 weeks followed by cisplatin
Geriatric
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: Given in every 3 weeks followed by cisplatin


Taxol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Taxol is used -

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Taxol Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Taxol safe for pregnant women?


    Taxol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Taxol safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Taxol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Taxol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Taxol on the Kidneys?


    Taxol is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Taxol on the Liver?


    You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Taxol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Taxol on the Heart?


    Taxol is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Taxol with Other Drugs

Taxol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz
    Ketoconazole


    Taxol Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Taxol unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Taxol

    • Is this Taxol habit forming or addictive?


      Taxol is not addictive in nature.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Taxol. So it is best to avoid driving.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Taxol only as per medical advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, the use of Taxol in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Taxol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Taxol


      Taking Taxol with food is safe.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Taxol


      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Taxol as it can have severe side effects.

      Severe


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    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)



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