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Ixabepilone

Uses

This medication is used to treat advanced breast cancer. Ixabepilone is a chemotherapy drug that works to slow or stop cancer cell growth.

How to Use This Medication

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using ixabepilone and each time you receive a dose. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This medication is usually given by injection into a vein over 3 hours by a health care professional. It is given as directed by your doctor, usually every 3 weeks. You will need blood tests (complete blood count) before each appointment. Your doctor will adjust the dosage and how often you receive the medication based on the blood tests.

Your doctor will direct you to take 2 types of antihistamines (such as diphenhydramine and ranitidine) by mouth 1 hour before your treatment to prevent or lessen a severe allergic reaction. Your doctor may give you another medication (a corticosteroid such as dexamethasone) and give ixabepilone over more than 3 hours if you had a severe reaction during your last treatment.

The dosage is based on your medical condition, body size, and response to treatment.

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