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Abraxane

Paclitaxel

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6.6  Side Effects
1.7  Holistic Benefits

RateADrug users have reported 13 Abraxane side effects and 1 Abraxane benefit.

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The generic name of this medication is Paclitaxel and Brand Name is Abraxane.
Abraxane is a medication that is used in the treatment of breast cancer.
The active ingredient of Abraxane incluldes nanoparticle albumin-bound paclitaxel.
Abraxane is manufactured by Abraxis BioScience, Inc.
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Abraxane, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 16.7% 16.7% 66.7% 0% 0%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 16.7% 83.3% 0% 0%
Blood Pressure 0% 16.7% 83.3% 0% 0%
Breathing 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Confidence 16.7% 16.7% 66.7% 0% 0%
Coordination/Motor Skills 16.7% 16.7% 66.7% 0% 0%
Digestion 16.7% 16.7% 50% 16.7% 0%
Emotional Well-being 33.3% 33.3% 16.7% 16.7% 0%
Energy 33.3% 0% 50% 0% 16.7%
Eyesight 0% 16.7% 83.3% 0% 0%
Memory 0% 16.7% 83.3% 0% 0%
Mental Clarity 0% 33.3% 66.7% 0% 0%
Pain 16.7% 0% 83.3% 0% 0%
Patience 16.7% 0% 83.3% 0% 0%
Sexual Health 16.7% 0% 83.3% 0% 0%
Skin Complexion 16.7% 16.7% 66.7% 0% 0%
Sleep 0% 16.7% 83.3% 0% 0%
Stress Level 0% 33.3% 66.7% 0% 0%
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Commonly Reported Abraxane Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
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Chills 80% 0% 20% 0% 0%
Dizziness 80% 0% 0% 20% 0%
Energy Loss 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Fatigue 60% 0% 0% 0% 40%
Fever 60% 20% 0% 20% 0%
Flu-Like Symptoms 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Genital Discomfort 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
Headache 60% 0% 40% 0% 0%
Hot Flashes / Flushing 50% 0% 0% 50% 0%
Nausea 80% 0% 20% 0% 0%
Pain 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Skin Rash 75% 0% 25% 0% 0%
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Less Commonly Reported Abraxane Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abdominal Pain 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Amnesia / Memory Loss 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
Anemia 75% 0% 25% 0% 0%
Back Pain 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Bruising 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
Change in Appetite 50% 0% 0% 50% 0%
Chest Pain 50% 0% 0% 50% 0%
Constipation 75% 0% 0% 0% 25%
Dehydration / Thirst 50% 0% 0% 50% 0%
Depression 50% 0% 0% 50% 0%
Dry Mouth 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Dry Skin 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Itching 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Muscle / Joint Pain 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Nosebleeds 50% 0% 50% 0% 0%
Reduced Libido 50% 0% 0% 0% 50%
Thinning / Loss of Hair 80% 0% 0% 0% 20%
Vomiting 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
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User Comments about Abraxane
16 Jun 2012 Although Abraxane has seemed to slightly reduce the tumours in my liver, it is the most debilitating of all the treatments I have had thus far.(7 over 11years) It changed my positive outlook apart from causing me almost constant pain and fatigue. I usually respond well and feel better after 6 cycles, but I seem to be worse (generally) than ever. My Tumour Markers are sky high despite the improvement shown in the radiological tests. My doctors want me to continue but for the first time ver I think I will have to refuse any more as I don't feel my liver can take any more (Liver enzymes are also very high) nor can I !
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22 Sep 2010 This drug is efficient but it causes fatigue. In addition, I have to make lab exams regularly and it is expensive. I would not recoemment it to a user.
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22 Sep 2010 Not easy to take. Causes fatigue.
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