A drug derived of Taxanes, chemically known as Paclitaxel. Derived from a natural/semi-synthetic extract of the bark of the western yew ( Taxus brevifolia or Taxus baccata). Emerging as the most powerful anti-cancer drug in the treatment of breast, ovarian, Kaposi's sarcoma and AIDS-related lung cancers. Acts by disrupting the microtubule equilibrium thereby inhibiting cell replication.
Trade / brand name for chemotherapy drug paclitaxel
A chemotherapy agent, used in many malignacies. A member of the taxane family that inhibits microtubules from forming in the cell cycle therefore cells cannot continue to divide.
A chemical, derived from the Pacific yew tree, used to treat ovarian cancer.
One of the newer chemotherapy drugs. An extract from the bark and needles of the yew tree. Taxol is a white powder and when prepared for use becomes a clear, colorless liquid which is given by intravenous route only. Commonly used in combination with other drugs, such as 5-FU, Adriamycin, Vinorelbine, Cytoxan, and Cisplatinum. Normally given once every 3 weeks. Possible side effects may include low white blood cell counts, low platelet count, anemia, hair loss, soreness of mouth, difficulty swallowing, diarrhea, nerve damage allergic reaction, and fluid retention. Taxol is metabolized in the liver and excreted into bile.
Semi-natural chemotherapy drug, initially synthesised from the yew tree. One of the taxane group.
A chemotherapy commonly used to treat breast cancer.
Extracted from the Pacific Yew (Tazus Brevifolia). This compound effects microtubiles within cancer cells. It has become one of the most widely used chemotherapeutic agents with activity in ovarian cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer and lymphomas.
Taxol is the brand name of a drug called paclitaxel. This drug interferes with the growth of cancer cells to slow their growth and how quickly they spread in the body. Taxol is used in the treatment breast cancer and other cancers.
(generic name, paclitaxel): A drug sometimes used to treat breast cancer that has spread into and/or beyond the axillary (underarm) lymph nodes.
a drug first made from the bark or needles of yew trees that can now be made in the laboratory. It is used in the treatment of breast, ovarian, and other types of cancer.
the trade name for paclitaxel