Taxol Information
Taxol is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Taxol have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Taxol depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Taxol Benefits & Uses
Taxol is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Breast Cancer
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Taxol 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) |
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| Geriatric |
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Taxol Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Taxol is used -
Severe
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Moderate
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Weakness
- Rash
- Flushing
- Diarrhoea
- Hair Loss
- Infection
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Taxol Related Warnings
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Is the use of Taxol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Taxol. If you are pregnant, do not take Taxol without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Taxol safe during breastfeeding?
Taxol may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Taxol on the Kidneys?
Taxol is completely safe for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Taxol on the Liver?
Taxol 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 Taxol on the Heart?
Taxol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Taxol with Other Drugs
Taxol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Taxol Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Taxol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Liver Disease
- Herpes
- Heart Disease
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Infections
Frequently asked Questions about Taxol
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Is this Taxol habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Taxol.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Taxol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Taxol should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Taxol is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Taxol Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Taxol
Taking Taxol with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Taxol
Consuming Taxol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
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