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Abraxane Dose
Pronounced: (pack-lih-TAX-el)
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.
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.
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Abraxane
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Source: Breastcancer.org
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Chemotherapy Medicines
Source: Breastcancer.org
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