Nanoxel 100mg Injection 5ml

Introduction to Nanoxel 100 mg Injection 5ml

Nanoxel 100mg Injection 5ml is a medication that contains docetaxel, a chemotherapy drug used to treat various types of cancer . Docetaxel is a taxane-class drug that works by interfering with the normal function of microtubules, which are essential for cell division. By disrupting the formation and function of these structures, Nanoxel inhibits the ability of cancer cells to divide and proliferate, ultimately leading to their death.

The injection is used in the treatment of several cancers, including breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer, and gastric cancer. It is often administered in combination with other chemotherapy agents to enhance its effectiveness and target the cancer more comprehensively. The drug is typically given intravenously in a clinical setting, usually on a scheduled basis depending on the specific cancer type and treatment regimen.

Uses of Nanoxel 100mg

• Breast cancer
• Non-small cell lung cancer
• Pancreatic cancer

How Does Nanoxel 100mg 5ml Works? 

Nanoxel 100 mg Injection has an active ingredient; Paclitaxel is an anti-cancer medicine which works by interfering with the microtubule structures which help the cancer cells to divide and multiply. Paclitaxel is a toxoid antineoplastic agent used as first-line and subsequent therapy for the treatment of advanced carcinoma of the ovary, & other various cancers including breast cancer.

Paclitaxel is a new Antimicrotubule agent which promotes the assembly of microtubules from tubulin dimers & stabilizes microtubules by preventing depolymerization. This stability results in the inhibition of the normal dynamic restructuring of the microtubule network that is essential for vital interphase & mitotic cellular functions. Paclitaxel also induces abnormal arrays or “bundles” of microtubules throughout the cell cycle & multiple asters of microtubules during mitosis. This slows the growth of cancer cells & eventually kills them.

Side Effects of Nanoxel 100mg 5ml

Common Side Effects

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Hair Loss
• Appetite Loss
• Diarrhea
• Mouth Sores
• Low Blood Cell Counts
• Fluid Retention

Serious Side Effects

• Neutropenia
• Febrile Neutropenia
• Severe Allergic Reactions
• Fluid Retention and Edema
• Liver Toxicity
• Cardiotoxicity
• Severe Gastrointestinal Problems
• Severe Skin Reactions

Dosage of Nanoxel 100mg 5ml

Nanoxel 100 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Paclitaxel, which is used in the treatment of breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer and pancreatic cancer. This medicine is available in various strengths and substitutes & must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Nanoxel 100 mg Injection at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take this medicine regularly on time for better results.

How to Manage Side Effects?

• Inform Your Doctor
• Stay Hydrated
• Take with Pre-Medications
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Skin Care
• Pain Management
• Hair Loss
• Fatigue
• Blood Cell Counts

Warning & Precautions 

• Allergy
• Liver/kidney disease
• You must use two methods of contraception while on this therapy & 3 months after it to avoid pregnancy
• You must get your regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine
• You should not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness
• You must always consult your doctor immediately to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of the above mentioned conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is Nanoxel 100mg Injection used for?

Ans. Nanoxel 100mg Injection is used to treat ovarian and breast cancer as a first line of therapy and as a second line of treatment when platinum containing medicines (such as cisplatin) or anthracyclines are insufficient to treat the disease. It is also used to treat advanced NSCLC (non-small cell lung cancer) and AIDS-related Kaposi’s sarcoma in affected individuals.

2. How Nanoxel 100mg Injection works?

Ans. Nanoxel 100mg Injection works by interfering with the microtubule structures in the cell (substance which aids cancer cells to divide and multiply) thus inhibiting the growth of cancer cells and preventing its spread in affected individuals.

3. What are the most common side effects of receiving Nanoxel 100mg Injection?

Ans. The most common side effects of receiving Nanoxel 100mg Injection are minor allergic reactions (such as flushing, rash, itching), shortness of breath, sore throat/mouth ulcers, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and/or loss of hair. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsen.

4. How to administer Nanoxel 100mg Injection?

Ans. Nanoxel 100mg Injection will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein as an intravenous infusion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.