packlitaxel ahp 300mg inj

Highlights

Paclitaxel (with polyoxyethylated castor oil) is used along or along with other chemotherapy medications to treat breast cancer, ovarian cancer (cancer that begins in the female reproductive organs where eggs are formed), and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Description

Paclitaxel is an anti-cancer ("antineoplastic" or "cytotoxic") chemotherapy drug.

Paclitaxel is used to treat various types of cancer. It is a cancer chemotherapy drug that works by slowing or stopping cancer cell growth.

Directions For Use

Paclitaxel is given as an injection or infusion into the vein (intravenous, IV).

Warnings

This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. It may harm an unborn baby. It is important that men and women using this medication use reliable forms of birth control (such as condoms, birth control pills) while using this medication. If you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant, tell your doctor right away.

Precautions

Before starting Paclitaxel treatment, make sure you tell your doctor about any other medications you are taking (including prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, herbal remedies, etc.). Do not take aspirin, or products containing aspirin unless your doctor specifically permits this.