Ixempra (Ixabepilone) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Ixempra Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my health care provider before receiving ixabepilone (Ixempra)?

You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to ixabepilone, or to a medication ingredient called Cremophor (synthetic castor oil). You may not be able to receive ixabepilone if you have severe liver disease.

Before you receive ixabepilone, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

liver disease;
heart disease;
nerve problems (especially in your hands or feet);
diabetes; or
bone marrow suppression or weak immune system.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take ixabepilone.

FDA pregnancy category D. This medication can cause harm to an unborn baby. Do not use ixabepilone without telling your doctor if you are pregnant. It could harm the unborn baby. Use effective birth control, and tell your doctor if you become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether ixabepilone passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not receive this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How is ixabepilone given (Ixempra)?

Ixabepilone is given as an injection through a needle placed into a vein. You will receive this injection in a clinic or hospital setting. An ixabepilone is usually given every 3 weeks.

The medicine must be given slowly through an IV infusion, and can take at least 3 hours to complete.

About 1 hour before you receive your ixabepilone injection, you will be given other medications to help prevent an allergic reaction. You may also be given a steroid medication if you have ever had a reaction to an ixabepilone injection.

Ixabepilone can lower blood cells that help your body fight infections. This can make it easier for you to bleed from an injury or get sick from being around others who are ill. To be sure your blood cells do not get too low, your blood will need to be tested on a regular basis. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

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