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Any ideas why taxol (paclitaxel) (for cancer patients) affects the bone joints?
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Yes, I have some ide: Taxol is known to cause some aches and pains. They are called myalgia/arthralgias which are typically seen about one week after the injection and usually last no more than 3-4 days after each dose. They can be managed easily with use of tylenol (acetaminophen). Sometimes patients need a NSAID to control them in case tylenol (acetaminophen) fails to help and control them adequately.
Answered 6/10/2014
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