Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection
About Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection
Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection is an anticancer medicine, used in chemotherapy to treat a number of cancers. Primarily it is used in the treatment of breast cancer and ovarian cancer. It is sold under the trade name of Taxol. Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection is categorized as a plant alkaloid, a taxane and a antimicrotublue agent. Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection is injected into the body by injection or infusion.
Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection is a type of irritant that may cause an inflammation of your vein through which it is being given. Other side effects or reactions that you may experience on taking Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection are nausea, vomiting tendency, hair loss, diarrhea, hypersensitivity, mucositis, skin rash, flushing, blurred vision, numbness, dizziness, fever, paleness, difficulty in breathing, cough, sweating, slow or irregular heartbeat and chest pain. In certain adverse cases, it may cause major arthralgia, myalgia. It is advised that you seek medical attention if you are afflicted with any of these side effects.
Before taking Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection discuss with your doctor if you have any of the conditions mentioned below:
- If you are taking any prescriptive or over the counter drugs, herbal medications or dietary supplements.
- If you are planning to take any immunization, vaccination or radiation treatment anytime soon.
- If you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are nursing a baby.
- If you have any allergies, bacterial or viral infections.
- If you are under 18 years of age.
- If you have heart, liver, kidney or bone marrow disorders.
Do not get pregnant while under Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection treatment. Use contraception for both men and women. Should you become pregnant, notify your doctor. The dosage is determined by your doctor according to your individual specifications and condition. The usual dose for treatment in ovarian and breast cancer is of two types; one is giving about 175 mg for three hours every three weeks followed by a Cisplatin therapy. And the second one is giving 135 mg for 24 hours every three weeks followed by the same cisplatin therapy.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection
Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection is used in the treatment of cancer that affects the female reproductive system.
Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection is used in the treatment of breast cancer.
Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection is used in the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer which is a type of cancer that affects the lungs.
Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection is used in the treatment of Kaposi's Sarcoma which is a type of cancer that develops under the skin in the lining of mouth, nose, and throat.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection ?
Not recommended in the patients with known allergy to Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection.
Neutrophils Count
Not recommended in the patients with neutrophils count less than 1,500 cells/mm3
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection ?
Difficulty In Swallowing
Pale Skin
Allergic Skin Reaction
Mouth Ulcers
Difficulty In Breathing
Chest Discomfort
Swelling And Redness At The Injection Site
Hair Loss Or Thinning Of The Hair
Nausea Or Vomiting
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 27 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in less than an hour.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Gros 260 MG Injection
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Paclicad 260 MG Injection
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Paclitrust 260 MG Injection
Panacea Biotec Ltd
- Tortaxel 260 MG Injection
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Zpac 260 MG Injection
Rpg Life Sciences Ltd
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
It is advised not to miss any dose. If you missed any dose, you should contact your doctor immediately.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
Where is the Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection approved?
India
United States
Japan
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medicine belongs to the class antimicrotubule agent. It stabilizes the microtubules by precluding the depolymerization. This results in the hindrance of the normal reorganization dynamics of the microtubule network. This reorganisation is essential for vital interphase and cellular functions like mitotic.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Medicine
Clozapine
These medicines may further lower the white blood cell count if received together. Any symptoms of fever, diarrhea, sore throat, chills should be informed to the doctor. Close monitoring of blood cell count is necessary. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.Diltiazem
Diltiazem may increase the concentration of Oncotaxel 260 MG Injection and may cause serious effects like low white blood cells count, hair loss, nausea, and vomiting. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any antihypertensives before initiation of the treatment. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.Atorvastatin
These medicines may increase the risk of nerve damage if given together. Any symptoms of numbness, tingling or burning sensation in feet, hands should be informed to the doctor. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.Live vaccines
You may be at the risk of developing infections if these medicines are taken together. Inform the doctor if you had received either of these medicines. Your doctor may postpone therapy based on the condition.Interaction with Disease
Cardiac Conduction Abnormalities
This medicine is known to cause serious heart conduction abnormalities. Inform the doctor if you have any heart diseases. Close monitoring of low blood pressure and decreased heartbeat is necessary.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
References
Paclitaxelt-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/paclitaxel
Paclitaxel-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:
https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01229
PACLITAXEL injection,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 7 June 2022].Available from:
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=PACLITAXEL
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