wintaxel belongs to the class of antineoplastic agent and mitotic inhibitor that is used to treat breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, head & neck cancer, and stomach cancer. it works by killing the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells.
the most common side effects are constipation, oedema, infection, loss of appetite, nail disorder, pain, weakness, and breathlessness. this medication is given along with other medications to reduce the side effects. it will show complete action within weeks to months, and sudden stoppage of this medication may cause side effects like breathlessness.
inform your doctor if you have experienced unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, and fever. this medication may affect both red blood cells and white blood cells, and it may cause infection. advice the patient to go for regular monitoring of blood cells and liver function tests.
before taking this medication, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and have heart disease, kidney disease, or liver disease.
