Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is an anti-cancer medication used for the treatment of breast cancer, pancreatic cancer and non-small cell lung cancer.

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection

Uses of Adpaxil Injection

Benefits of Adpaxil Injection

In Breast cancer

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection helps to treat breast cancer and it may be used alone or in combination with other medicines or treatment modalities like chemotherapy. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. Discuss with your doctor if any of the side effects bother you.

In Non-small cell lung cancer

Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers. Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

In Pancreatic cancer

Pancreas are very essential for digestion of whatever you eat and also for metabolism of blood sugar levels as they produce the body’s natural insulin. This medicine will help to control pancreatic cancer, and will relieve the symptoms such as, lack of appetite or unexplained weight loss. Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection helps to stop the action of those chemicals that aid in pancreatic cancer growth and spread. It will help you live a longer and healthier life.

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Side effects of Adpaxil Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Adpaxil

Nausea
Vomiting
Weakness
Low blood platelets
Rash
Upper respiratory tract infection
Urinary tract infection
Bleeding
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
Hair loss
Decreased blood pressure
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
Diarrhea
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)

How to use Adpaxil Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As there is no reason why you cannot continue driving between courses of Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection but you should remember that this medicine contains some alcohol and it may be unwise to drive

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is recommended.
However, talk to your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is an anti-cancer medication used for the treatment of breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer.
It is given as an intravenous (IV) injection into your vein, usually over 1 hour and every three weeks.
Do not take Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever) or other signs of infection.
Talk to your doctor if you have sudden weight gain or if you have swelling in your arms and legs that doesn't go away.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Taxanes Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Antimicrotubule agents- Taxanes

Patient concerns

What is the purpose of Chemotherepy given at the time of radiotherapy in ca lung small cell carcinoma

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

This is given to enhance the therapeutic effect of radiation therapy which is curative for small cell lung cancer.

I want to know the symptoms of cancer as I am a smoker

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Symptoms for cancer depends upon which organ involved. For smokers , definitely chronic , they have possibility to develop lung cancer, head and neck cancers, oesophagus cancer, pancreatic cancer, stomach cancer and so more on. General symptoms would be like loss of appetite, weight loss, low grade fever in some cases, chronic cough for long time.

FAQs

Is Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection generic/ taxane/ FDA approved/cytotoxic?

Yes, Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is generic/ taxane/ FDA approved/ cytotoxic

Is Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection a vesicant?

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is usually a vesicant (irritant)

Is Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection light sensitive/ hydrophobic/ cardiotoxic?

Yes, Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is light sensitive/ hydrophobic/ cardiotoxic

Does Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection cause hair loss?

Yes, Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection may cause hair loss as a side effect. Please inform your doctor about any side effect while you are on Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection therapy

What is Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection derived from?

Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection is derived from bark of the Pacific yew, Taxus brevifolia.

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Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection

Product introduction

Uses of Adpaxil Injection

Benefits of Adpaxil Injection

In Breast cancer

In Non-small cell lung cancer

In Pancreatic cancer

Side effects of Adpaxil Injection

Common side effects of Adpaxil

How to use Adpaxil Injection

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

Is Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection generic/ taxane/ FDA approved/cytotoxic?

Is Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection a vesicant?

Is Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection light sensitive/ hydrophobic/ cardiotoxic?

Does Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection cause hair loss?

What is Adpaxil 30mg/5ml Injection derived from?

Related ayurvedic ingredients

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