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Paclither Nab Injection
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Paclitaxel
Manufacturer : THERDOSE PHARMA PVT LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
1 Vial(s)
Introduction to Paclither Nab Injection
Paclither Nab injection is a chemotherapy medication containing the active constituent paclitaxel. It is used to treat breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, ovarian cancer, and AIDS (Acquired Immuno-Deficiency Syndrome) related Kaposi’s sarcoma. Cancer is a condition in which cells are dividing and growing fast and in an uncontrolled manner. This medicine is not recommended for adolescents and children under the age of 18.
Paclither Nab Injection injection may be given alone or in combination with other anticancer medicines. This chemotherapy medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver problems, uncontrolled infection, and low white blood cell or platelet count. Talk to your doctor if you have heart disorders before taking this medicine.
Administration of this medicine may cause serious allergic reactions. Use effective birth control during the treatment and for at least six months after the last dose. Paclither Nab Injection injection may be harmful to the patients suffering from alcoholism as this medicine contains alcohol.
Uses of Paclither Nab Injection
- Ovarian cancer
- Breast cancer
- Non-small cell lung cancer
- AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma
Therapeutic Effects of Paclither Nab Injection
Paclither Nab Injection injection inhibits the microtubule structures present in the cell. Microtubule structures help cancer cells to divide and multiply. Inhibition of these structures slows the growth of cancer cells.
Interaction of Paclither Nab Injection with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any medications you are taking or have taken before the treatment.
More Information about Paclither Nab Injection
- Keep Paclither Nab Injection injection out of sight and reach of children.
- Do not store above 25°C.
How to consume Paclither Nab Injection
It will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Your dose and frequency of the medication will be determined by your healthcare provider based on your age, body weight, and severity of your condition.
Safety Advices for Paclither Nab Injection
Pregnancy
Paclither Nab Injection injection can harm your unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking it.
Breast Feeding
Stop breastfeeding during the treatment with Paclither Nab Injection injection. Consult your doctor for potential risks.
Lungs
If you have any previous lung disease, inform your doctor before taking this medication.
Liver
It is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders. Inform your doctor if you have any liver disorders before taking Paclither Nab Injection injection.
Alcohol
It is not recommended to consume alcohol while taking Paclither Nab Injection injection. Consult your doctor for more information.
Driving
The alcohol present in Paclither Nab Injection injection may affect your ability to drive. Avoid driving if you feel unwell.
Side Effects of Paclither Nab Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious:
- Serious allergic reactions (rash, swelling of face, lips, throat, or tongue, trouble breathing, and swallowing)
- Severe diarrhea
- Severe stomach pain
Common:
- Anemia, feeling tired
- Hair loss
- Burning, tingling, or numbness in your feet or hands
- Muscle and joint pain
- Vomiting, nausea
- Mouth or lip sores
- Infections
- Swelling of hands, feet, and face
- Bleeding
- Irritation at the injection site
- Low blood pressure
Word of Advice
Inform the doctor if the patient is allergic to this medication,liver,heart conditions and other medication taken for different medical conditions before taking this medicine. Liver, blood pressure, blood count should be monitored while taking this medication. Don't take this medication if the patient is planning for pregnancy or during pregnancy and in breast feeding mothers as it causes harmful effects on developing babies. Avoid driving and handling heavy machinery after taking this medication as it can affect the concentration and alertness.
FAQs
Q 1. Can Paclither Nab Injection injection cause hair loss?
Yes, the common side effects of this medication is hair loss and inform the doctor if there is excessive hair loss.
Q 2. How does Paclither Nab Injection injection work?
It works by interfering with the microtubule structures which help the cancer cells to divide and multiply and it slows the growth of cancer cells.
Q 3. Does Paclither Nab Injection injection cause liver problems?
Yes this medication is contraindicated in the patients with severe liver disorders. Inform the doctor before starting this medication.
Q 4. Can I take a Paclither Nab Injection injection while driving?
It is unsafe to use this medication while driving because it can cause dizziness, lack of concentration and alertness.
Q 5. What are the side effects of Paclither Nab Injection injection?
The common side effects of this medication are anemia, hair loss, numbness in feet or hands, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, infections, swelling, bleeding, irritation on injection site, low blood pressure.
Fact Box of Paclither Nab Injection
Molecule name: Paclitaxel | Therapeutic class: Anti-Microtubular Agents |
Pharmacological class: Anti-Neoplastics | Indications: 1. Ovarian cancer 2. Breast cancer 3. Non-small cell lung cancer 4. AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma |
References
- Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Cytotoxic agents, 12th edition, 2011, 1707 - 1709.
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Anticancer drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 865.
- Hospira UK Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [ Revised on March 2020] [ Accessed on 22nd June 2021], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.3891.pdf
- Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, US Food and Drug Administration, [ Revised on April 2011] [ Accessed on 22nd June 2021], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/lab el/2011/020262s049lbl.pdf
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