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Paclitaxel

Paclitaxel Dosage

Julia Lee, PharmD, BCOPConnie Zheng, PharmD
Reviewed by Julia Lee, PharmD, BCOP, Connie Zheng, PharmD
Last reviewed on August 22, 2023

Typical dosage for Paclitaxel

Your provider will determine your dose of Paclitaxel based on your body surface area (BSA) in units of m2, which takes into consideration height and weight.

  • You’ll receive Paclitaxel as an infusion through the vein (IV), given by a healthcare provider. The specific dose and how often you receive it depends on the cancer and your individual treatment plan. Usually, it’s given once every 3 weeks, but can be given as often as once a week.
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Julia is a clinical hematology/oncology pharmacist working in the San Francisco Bay Area. She has 3 years of experience as a practicing pharmacist at academic medical centers, with 2 years at National Comprehensive Cancer Network member hospitals.
Connie Zheng, PharmD, is a drug information pharmacist at GoodRx and a licensed pharmacist in California. She has over 6 years of experience working in independent pharmacies.

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