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Paclitaxel (Conventional)

Generic name: Paclitaxel (Conventional) [ pac-li-TAKS-el-con-VEN-sha-nal ]
Drug class: Mitotic inhibitors

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 12, 2024.

Warning

  • This medicine may lower the ability of the bone marrow to make blood cells that the body needs. If blood cell counts get very low, this can lead to bleeding problems, infections, or anemia. If you have questions, talk with the doctor.
  • If you have a low white blood cell count, talk with your doctor. This medicine must not be used in people with certain low white blood cell counts.
  • Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.
  • Very bad and sometimes deadly allergic side effects have rarely happened. Talk with your doctor.
  • Other drugs will be given with paclitaxel (conventional) to help avoid side effects.

Uses of Paclitaxel:

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Paclitaxel?

This medicine may interact with other drugs or health problems.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take paclitaxel (conventional) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Paclitaxel?

How is this medicine (Paclitaxel) best taken?

Use paclitaxel (conventional) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

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What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

What are some other side effects of Paclitaxel?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Paclitaxel?

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