celtax 260mg injection

4.6 (15 reviews)

Paclitaxel (260mg)

🏭 Celon Laboratories Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is celtax 260mg injection used for?

Altaxel 100mg Injection (Paclitaxel) is used to treat ANTI NEOPLASTICS. It contains Paclitaxel (260mg), which Promotes microtubule assembly and stabilizes microtubules, inhibiting mitotic sp. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

Generic Name: Paclitaxel
Manufacturer: Celon Laboratories Ltd
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: D
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 celtax 260mg injection Uses & Benefits

Ovarian cancer, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, Kaposi's sarcoma

Off-label uses: Bladder cancer, head and neck cancer, esophageal cancer

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Paclitaxel
Brand Name	Altaxel 100mg Injection
Manufacturer	Celon Laboratories Ltd
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class	Antimicrotubule agents- Taxanes
Route of Administration	Intravenous infusion
Storage	Store at 20-25°C; protect from light
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionIntravenous administration results in complete bioavailability; distribution is rapid.

DistributionWidely distributed in body tissues; high binding to plasma proteins.

Protein Binding89-98%

MetabolismHepatic metabolism via CYP2C8 and CYP3A4

Half-Life5.8-16.6 hours

ExcretionPrimarily biliary (feces); renal excretion accounts for <10%

Bioavailability100% (intravenous)

Onset of ActionRapid (within minutes to hours)

Peak Plasma TimeEnd of infusion

Duration of ActionVariable; depends on schedule

How It Works

Promotes microtubule assembly and stabilizes microtubules, inhibiting mitotic spindle formation and cell division.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to beta-tubulin subunit

2Promotes microtubule assembly

3Stabilizes microtubules against depolymerization

💡 How to Take celtax 260mg injection

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of celtax 260mg injection

✅ Common Side Effects

Alopecia
Neutropenia
Peripheral neuropathy
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Myalgia
Arthralgia

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Severe hypersensitivity reactions
Cardiac arrhythmias
Severe myelosuppression
Severe neuropathy
Interstitial pneumonitis

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Pancreatitis
Hepatic encephalopathy
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
Tumor lysis syndrome

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Cisplatin	Major	Increased myelosuppression
Doxorubicin	Major	Increased cardiotoxicity
Ketoconazole	Major	Increased paclitaxel levels
Clarithromycin	Major	Increased paclitaxel levels
Rifampin	Major	Decreased paclitaxel levels
Carboplatin	Moderate	Increased myelosuppression
Cyclophosphamide	Moderate	Increased myelosuppression
Fluconazole	Moderate	Increased paclitaxel levels
Verapamil	Moderate	Increased paclitaxel levels
Dexamethasone	Minor	May reduce hypersensitivity
Diphenhydramine	Minor	May reduce hypersensitivity
Cimetidine	Minor	Minimal interaction

🚨 Major Interactions

Cisplatin
Doxorubicin
Ketoconazole
Clarithromycin
Rifampin

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Carboplatin
Cyclophosphamide
Fluconazole
Verapamil

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Dexamethasone
Diphenhydramine
Cimetidine

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions (IV administration)

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Avoid alcohol; may increase hepatotoxicity risk

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to paclitaxel or Cremophor EL, baseline neutropenia <1500 cells/mm3, active infection

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Complete blood count, liver function tests, ECG, hypersensitivity reactions

🤱 Lactation Safety

Contraindicated; excreted in breast milk

💊 Overdose Management

Supportive care; no specific antidote; monitor for myelosuppression and neurotoxicity

⏰ Missed Dose

Do not double dose; consult physician immediately

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

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Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.