Taxelap Injection

MRP
₹ 139
PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
YES
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
RSM Kilitch Pharma Pvt Ltd
QUANTITY
5 ml Injection
SALT COMPOSITION
Palonosetron (0.25mg/ml)

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Introduction To Taxelap Injection

Taxelap Injection is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions like stomach upset. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused due to any surgery, cancer drug therapy or radiotherapy.

Taxelap Injection will not relieve other side effects associated with cancer treatments. It is given under the supervision of a doctor and may be used alone or with other medications. Your doctor will give you the appropriate dose of the medicine depending on what you are taking it for. It is important that you keep having the injections until your doctor decides it is safe to stop them. After this, your doctor may prescribe tablets instead of the injections.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include injection site pain, headache, and constipation. Dizziness and sleepiness may also occur, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. These symptoms should disappear when you stop taking the medicine. However, if these side effects bother you or do not go away, consult your doctor who may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have heart or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach or intestines. Also, tell your doctor about any other medicine you are using, especially medicines to treat epilepsy, heart problems, cancer, and depression. These may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask for advice from your healthcare team.

Uses of Taxelap Injection

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

Benefits of Taxelap Injection

Nausea
Taxelap Injection blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with cancer treatment such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy in adults as well as children. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from these treatments. Taxelap Injection is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). Taxelap Injection is given as an injection by a doctor, in the dose that is best for you, depending on the condition you are being treated for. Do not self-administer this medicine to avoid any undesirable side effects.

Side effects of Taxelap 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 Emecad

  • Injection site pain
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness

How to use Taxelap Injection

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

How Taxelap Injection works

Taxelap Injection is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Taxelap Injection for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
  • Taxelap Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
  • If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
  • Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.

Safety Advice

sdsPregnancySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Taxelap Injection if I’m pregnant?

Taxelap Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

sdsBreastfeedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Taxelap Injection if I’m breastfeeding?

Taxelap Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

sdsAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Is drinking alcohol while taking Taxelap Injection safe?

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Taxelap Injection. Please consult your doctor.

sdsDrivingUNSAFE

Can I drive after taking Taxelap Injection?

Taxelap Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

sdsKidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Taxelap Injection if I have/had kidney diseases?

Taxelap Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Taxelap Injection is recommended.

sdsLiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Can I take Taxelap Injection if I have/had liver diseases?

Taxelap Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Taxelap Injection is recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How quickly does Taxelap Injection work?

Taxelap Injection starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.

Q. What are the side effects of Taxelap Injection?

The most common side effects of Taxelap Injection are constipation and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after sometime. If these persist or worry you, please consult your doctor.

Q. Is Taxelap Injection a steroid?

No, Taxelap Injection is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Taxelap Injection is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist prescribed for the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused after a surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.

Q. Does Taxelap Injection work for seasickness?

No, Taxelap Injection does not work for seasickness. This is because Taxelap Injection has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.

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Written By:

Dr Advikka Ridhy

Dr Advikka Ridhy

MBBS

RMO, Aster MIMS

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