Paclitaxel Concentrate Injection and Remifentanil Intravenous

• Generic Name: paclitaxel
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution, concentrate
• Other Brand Names: Onxol, Taxol

Paclitaxel is used to treat breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and lung cancer. It is also used to treat AIDS-related Kaposi's sarcoma.

Paclitaxel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: remifentanil
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ultiva

Remifentanil injection is used to relieve pain during and after surgery or other medical procedures. It is also used with other medicines (eg, isoflurane, propofol, midazolam, thiopental) just before or during an operation to help the anesthetic work better.

Remifentanil belongs to the group of medicines known as narcotic analgesics (pain medicines). It works by acting on the central nervous system (CNS) or brain to relieve pain.

Remifentanil is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.

Remifentanil is available only with your doctor's prescription.