Brand name: Paclitaxel (Cipla) TM
Active ingredients: nanoparticle albumin-bound paclitaxel
What it is used for
Metastatic breast cancer: Cipla Paclitaxel is indicated for the treatment of metastatic carcinoma of the breast after failure of anthracycline therapy.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Intravenous. This medicine or fluids is given through a needle or tube (catheter) inserted into a vein.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Nano-paclitaxel injection is a sterile white to yellow lyophilized cake or powder in a 50 mL USP Type I flint glass vial.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient nanoparticle albumin-bound paclitaxel
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems