Paclipar Information

Paclipar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer. Paclipar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Paclipar depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Paclipar as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Paclipar go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Paclipar's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Paclipar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Paclipar is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Herpes, Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Paclipar contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Paclipar may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Paclipar is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Paclipar Benefits & Uses
Paclipar Dosage & How to Take
Paclipar Side Effects
Paclipar Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Paclipar with Other Drugs
Paclipar Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Paclipar
Paclipar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Paclipar Benefits & Uses

Paclipar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines

Paclipar 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

Paclipar Related Warnings

Is the use of Paclipar safe for pregnant women?

Paclipar should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Paclipar safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Paclipar. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Paclipar on the Kidneys?

Paclipar is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Paclipar on the Liver?

Paclipar may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Paclipar on the Heart?

Side effects of Paclipar rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Paclipar with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Adalimumab

Clozapine

Etanercept

Ritonavir

Moderate

Emtricitabine,Tenofovir,Efavirenz

Ketoconazole

Paclipar Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Herpes
Heart Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Infections

Frequently asked Questions about Paclipar

Is this Paclipar habit forming or addictive?

Paclipar is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Paclipar as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Paclipar should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Paclipar is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Paclipar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Paclipar

Taking Paclipar with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Paclipar

Taking alcohol with Paclipar can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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