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ALTAXEL NOVA 100MG INJ
DESCRIPTION
- Composition : Paclitaxel
- Manufacturer: Alkem
- Indication: Breast Cancer
- Packaging: 1 Injection
- Dosage Form: Injection
PACKAGE
- 100mg
- 16.7ml
Brand name – Altaxel Nova
Generic name – Paclitaxel
Manufacturer – Alkem
Strength – 100mg
Dosage Form – Injection
Composition – Paclitaxel
Indication – Breast Cancer
Storage – 20° – 25° C
Overview
Altaxel Nova 100mg injection is a chemotherapy medication that is used in the treatment of breast cancer. It is also used in the treatment of ovarian cancer and lung cancer. Paclitaxel is the generic name of this medication and it is a taxoid antimicrotubule agent. Altaxel 100mg injection is a prescription-based medication that should be injected by a doctor or experienced nurse only.
Pharmacodynamics
Altaxel inhibits the functioning of microtubules by hyper-stabilizing their structure. A microtubule/altaxel complex is formed which furthermore affects the other cell functions as microtubules cannot form the transportation highway. Additionally, Altaxel induces apoptosis in the tumour cells.
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Shortness of breath
Pale skin
Chest pain
Irregular heart rate
Increased bleeding
Unusual bruises
Hair loss
Sores in the mouth
Tingling of hands and feet
Redness of injection site
Altaxel 100mg injection is a prescription-based medicine that is injected intravenously by a doctor or an experienced nurse.
Missed dose
It is advisable to avoid missing any doses of Altaxel Nova but in case you miss a dose consult your doctor immediately.
Overdose
In case of an overdose of Altaxel 100mg, contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately.
Altaxel Nova can cause an allergic reaction in some patients therefore it is necessary to read the complete composition list.
Inform the doctor about all the vitamin supplements, herbal medications, and prescription and non-prescription drugs since Altaxel can interact with them.
It is advisable to avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding since Altaxel can harm the fetus.
Avoid consuming alcohol during treatment with Altaxel Nova.
Inform the doctor about previous health conditions like hepatic (liver) and cardiac (heart) conditions.
