Ixabepilone

Ixabepilone is administered intravenously for the treatment of breast cancer. It is a chemotherapy drug and is used for metastatic breast cancer. Ixabepilone belongs to the class of medicines called “antimicrotubule agents”.

It is important to inform your medical expert prior the course of Ixabepilone if you are taking any other prescription drugs, herbal or dietary supplements. The drug is generally not recommended for pregnant or lactating women as there may be potential fatal risks in fetus or infants. During the use of this drug, it is important to take care of yourself as it slightly increases the chances of infections and fever. It is also advised to avoid sun exposure as much as possible during the course of treatment. You must also abstain from smoking, tobacco and alcohol as they cause potentially fatal health risks.

In most cases the side effects to the Ixabepilone drug is tolerable and occurs for a temporary period only. But sometimes, there can be emergencies as well. Some adverse effects include peripheral neuropathy, weakness and malaise, muscular cramps or numbness, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, increased hair fall and decreased count of white blood cells. The drug is also known to cause loss of appetite, abdominal pain and sometimes persistent headaches.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Breast Cancer

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Fatigue

• Fever

• Muscle Pain

• Musculoskeletal Bone

• Muscle Or Joint Pain

• Mucosal Inflammation

• Decreased White Blood Cell Count

• Anemia

• Joint Pain

• Hair Loss

• Reduced Blood Platelets

• Peripheral Sensory Neuropathy

• Nail Disorder

• Constipation

• Loss Of Appetite

• Diarrhoea

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Ixempra 45mg injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Patients may experience dizziness, drowsiness , and they should avoid driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Ixabepilone, please consult your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Ixabepilone as ingredient

• Ixempra 45Mg Injection

  Bms India Pvt Ltd

• Ixempra 15Mg Injection

  Bms India Pvt Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

Ixabepilone is used for treating metastatic and locally-advanced breast cancer. It is categorized as an antimicrotubule agent or epitholine B analog. The drug is used in chemotherapy where it works on microtubule structure and functions thereby inhibiting cell cycle that results in death of cells.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.