Paclitaxel is a medicine prescribed for treating lung cancer, breast cancer, and ovarian cancer. This eMedTV resource describes paclitaxel uses in more detail, explains how the medication works, and offers dosing information for the drug.
Common paclitaxel side effects may include neutropenia, anemia, and hair loss. As this segment of the eMedTV archives explains, some side effects are more serious and may require prompt medical attention, such as bloody stool or severe mouth sores.
Paclitaxel is used for the treatment of various types of cancer, including breast cancer and ovarian cancer. This eMedTV article further explains what paclitaxel is used for and discusses possible "off-label" uses for the drug.
The paclitaxel dose varies for each person, depending on the type of cancer and other drugs you are taking. This eMedTV Web page further explores paclitaxel dosing, including information on how and where you can get your paclitaxel infusion.
Medicines that may interact with paclitaxel include certain "live vaccinations" and protease inhibitors. This eMedTV segment lists other medicines that may lead to drug interactions with paclitaxel and describes the side effects that may occur.
During a paclitaxel infusion, you may develop low blood pressure, high blood pressure, or a slow heart rate. This eMedTV resource lists other important precautions and warnings with paclitaxel, including a list of those who should not take the drug.
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