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Albumin Bound Paclitaxel is prescribed to treat ovarian cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer and AIDS related Kaposi’s sarcoma.

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The medicine will be administered to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It is usually administered as an intravenous infusion over 30-40 minutes on days 1, 8, and 15 of each 28-day cycle. The dose, route of administration, and frequency will be decided by your doctor based on your disease condition and other factors. 

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Warnings

It is not recommended to take an Albumin Bound Paclitaxel injection if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. This drug 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.

Precautions

This drug is not recommended during pregnancy as it causes harm to the unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider before beginning this treatment if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby. It is advised for both men and women to follow proper contraceptive methods during and for 3 months after the last dose of Albumin Bound Paclitaxel.

Side Effects

The common side effects that are likely to occur while you are on the treatment with Albumin Bound Paclitaxel are tiredness, hair loss, muscle pain, bleeding, lip sores, and irritation at the injection site. Some serious side effects also include diarrhea, stomach pain, and hypersensitivity reactions. If you experience any allergic or unusual reactions after taking this medicine, report them to your doctor immediately.

Word Of Advice

Albumin Bound Paclitaxel should be handled by the patient or the patient’s caregiver only. Women who are pregnant or might get pregnant should not handle damaged or broken medication without wearing gloves. If you forget to take this medication at your normal time, then take your usual dose whenever you remember, or if you forget to take this medication for the entire day, then take your usual dose the next day. However, do not double-dose yourself. Do not discontinue the usage of this medication without informing your doctor. Avoid driving and handling heavy machinery after taking this medication as it can affect the concentration and alertness.

Frequently Asked Question

• Can Albumin Bound Paclitaxel cause hair loss?
• Yes, the common side effect of Albumin Bound Paclitaxel is hair loss, and inform the doctor if there is excessive hair loss.

• How does Albumin Bound Paclitaxel work?
• Albumin Bound Paclitaxel works by interfering with the microtubule structures which help the cancer cells to divide and multiply and it slows the growth of cancer cells.

• Does Albumin Bound Paclitaxel cause liver problems?
• Yes, Albumin Bound Paclitaxel is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders. Inform the doctor before starting this medication.

• Can I take Albumin Bound Paclitaxel while driving?
• It is unsafe to use Albumin Bound Paclitaxel while driving because it can cause dizziness, lack of concentration and alertness.

• What are the side effects of Albumin Bound Paclitaxel?
• The common side effects of Albumin Bound Paclitaxel are anemia, hair loss, numbness in feet or hands, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, infections, swelling, bleeding, irritation on injection site, low blood pressure.

• Can I take Albumin Bound Paclitaxel during pregnancy?
• It is unsafe to take Albumin Bound Paclitaxel during pregnancy as it causes harmful effects in the developing baby. Inform the doctor if the patient is planning for pregnancy before starting this medication.