Taxogem 120mg Injection

Uses of Taxogem 120mg Injection

It is used to treat:

  • Non-small cell lung cancer
  • Breast cancer
  • Stomach or gastric cancer
  • Prostate cancer
  • Head and neck cancer

Introduction Of Taxogem 120mg Injection

Taxogem 120mg Injection belongs to the class of anticancer medications known as taxoids. It contains the active constituent Docetaxel indicated to treat breast, prostate, non-small cell lung, stomach, and head and neck cancer. Cancer is a disease in which cells multiply in an uncontrolled and abnormal manner. This chemotherapy medication is used alone or in combination with other anticancer medicines.

The common side effects that are likely to be associated with Taxogem 120mg  are dizziness, headache, fever, infections, loss of appetite, sleeping trouble, joint or muscle pain, eye problems, weight loss, tiredness, dry mouth, reduced blood pressure, hair loss, etc. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects disturb or persist in you.

 

Therapeutic Effects of Taxogem 120mg Injection

Taxogem 120mg Injection works by inhibiting the microtubule structures present in the cell. Microtubule structures help cancer cells to divide and multiply, which slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.


Interaction of Taxogem 120mg Injection with other drugs

Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications tend to interact with Taxogem 120mg Injection and can cause potential side effects.


More Information about Taxogem 120mg

  • Keep Taxogem  Injection out of sight and reach of children.
  • Do not store above 25°C.

How to consume Taxogem 120mg Injection

It will be given by infusion into one of your veins (intravenous use). It is administered by a healthcare professional. The dose of this Injection depends on your weight and general condition. Do not self-administer.


Safety Advices for Taxogem 120mg Injection

 

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

It is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Women with childbearing potential should use effective contraceptives during treatment and six months after the final dose.

 

Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is not recommended to breastfeed during the treatment with Taxogem  120mg  and for one week after the last dose.

 

Lungs

Consult your doctor

Inform your physician if you have any lung problems before the treatment with Taxogem 120mg  .

 

Liver

Consult your doctor

Taxogem 120mg Injection is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders. Before being treated with this Injection, your doctor may advise you for blood tests to check your liver functioning.

 

Alcohol

Unsafe

It is unsafe to consume alcohol while taking Taxogem 120mg Injection as it may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness.

 

Driving

Consult your doctor

Do not drive or operate heavy machines that impair your ability, as it contains alcohol. Consult your physician for more advice.


Side Effects of Taxogem 120mg Injection

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

  • Severe allergic reactions
  • Severe fluid retention
  • Severe skin problems
  • Swelling of the small intestine and colon

Common:

  • Headache, dizziness
  • Fever, infections
  • Low blood cell count
  • Loss of appetite
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Joint or muscle pain
  • Alteration in the sense of taste
  • Eye problems, bleeding from the nose

Reviews

There are no reviews yet.

Be the first to review “Taxogem 120mg Injection”

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Top