Uses:
- Ovarian cancer
- Breast cancer
- Non-small cell lung cancer
- AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma
Mechanism of action:
- Genexol PM 100 mg Injection binds to β-tubulin subunits of microtubules
- Interferes with interphase and mitotic functions
- Prevents the growth of cancer cells
Administration:
- Given by a doctor or nurse
- Do not self-administer
- Dosage determined by doctor
Contraindications:
- Not recommended for adolescents and children under 18
- Contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders
- Not to be used with uncontrolled infection
- Low white blood cell or platelet count is a contraindication
Safety advice:
- Pregnancy: can harm the unborn baby
- Breastfeeding: stop breastfeeding during treatment
- Lungs: consult physician for patients with lung disorders
- Liver: inform doctor about liver disorders
- Alcohol: unsafe to consume alcohol with Genexol PM 100 mg Injection
- Driving: avoid driving if you feel unwell due to the medication
Side effects:
- Serious: allergic reactions, severe diarrhea, severe stomach pain
- Common: anemia, hair loss, burning, tingling, or numbness in feet or hands, muscle and joint pain, vomiting, nausea, mouth or lip sores, infections, swelling, bleeding, irritation at the injection site, low blood pressure
Important advice:
- Inform doctor about any prescribed medicines, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, or herbal products
- Liver, blood pressure, and blood count should be monitored while taking this medication
- Do not take this medication if planning for pregnancy or during pregnancy and in breastfeeding mothers
FAQs:
Can Genexol PM 100 mg Injection cause hair loss? Yes, the common side effects of this medication are hair loss. Inform the doctor if there is excessive hair loss.
How does Genexol PM 100 mg Injection work? It works by interfering with the microtubule structures, which help the cancer cells to divide and multiply, and it slows the growth of cancer cells.
Does Genexol PM 100 mg Injection cause liver problems? Yes, this medication is contraindicated in patients with severe liver disorders. Inform the doctor before starting this medication.
Can I take Genexol PM 100 mg Injection while driving? It is unsafe to use this medication while driving because it can cause dizziness, lack of concentration, and alertness.
What are the side effects of Genexol PM 100 mg Injection? The common side effects of Genexol PM 100 mg injection are anemia, hair loss, numb feet or hands, muscle pain, nausea, vomiting, infections, swelling, bleeding, irritation on the injection site, and low blood pressure.
Can I take Genexol PM 100 mg Injection during pregnancy? It is unsafe to take this medication during pregnancy as it causes harmful effects on the developing baby. Inform the doctor if the patient is planning for pregnancy before starting this medication.
Fact box:
- Molecule name: Paclitaxel
- Therapeutic class: Anti-Microtubular Agents
- Pharmacological class: Anti-Neoplastics