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Abraxane IV

Dosage and Storage


Generic Name: PACLITAXEL PROTEIN-BOUND - INJECTION
Pronounced: (pack-lih-TAX-el)

Abraxane IV Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US National Poison Hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Abraxane IV Missed Dose

It is important that you receive each dose of this medication as scheduled. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor to establish a new dosing schedule.

Abraxane IV Notes

Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., complete blood counts) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.

Abraxane IV Storage

Store the unopened vials between 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C). Protect from light. Consult your pharmacist for more details and about the expiration date of the mixed solution.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.

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