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Last reviewed: 09.08.2022
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Paxen is a member of the group of antitumor drugs of plant origin. Its synonyms are: Paclitaxel actavis, Taxol, Paclitaxel, Paclitaxel Ebwe, Paclitax, Paklinor, Paclitaxel-Teva, Paklitera, Pactalic, Docetaxel, Abitaxel, Intaxel, Mitotax, Sindaxel, Taxakad, Yutaksan.
The manufacturer of Paxen is Ivax Corporation (USA).
The cytostatic effect of this anticancer drug is due to the substance paclitaxel, which is obtained from the alkaloids of the bark of the yew tree of the short-leaved (taxanes). Paxen, formulation, pharmacodynamics Paxen and the pharmacokinetics of Paxen completely coincide with the preparation synonymous with Paclitaxel Actavis.
Contraindications
Contraindications to the use of Paxen, side effects, method of administration and dose, overdose, interaction of Paxen with other drugs are identical to the drug Paclitaxel actavis.
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Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.