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Generic Name

Paclitaxel

Brand Names
Paclitaxel Protein-Bound, Abraxane
FDA approval date: March 01, 2004
Classification: Microtubule Inhibitor
Form: Injection

What is Paclitaxel Protein-Bound (Paclitaxel)?

Paclitaxel protein-bound particles for injectable suspension is a microtubule inhibitor indicated for the treatment of: Metastatic breast cancer, after failure of combination chemotherapy for metastatic disease or relapse within 6 months of adjuvant chemotherapy. Prior therapy should have included an anthracycline unless clinically contraindicated.
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