You should not use Jevtana if you have severe liver disease, low white blood cell counts, or an allergy to any medicine that contains polysorbate 80.
Jevtana affects your immune system. You may get infections more easily, even serious or fatal infections, especially if you are 65 or older. Call your doctor if you have a fever, muscle pain, cough, diarrhea, or pain or burning when you urinate.
Call your doctor right away if you have symptoms such as: fever, cough, body aches, easy bruising or bleeding, burning when you urinate, decreased urination, swelling in your hands or feet, severe stomach pain, constipation, blood in your urine or stools, or sudden chest pain and shortness of breath.
A serious allergic reaction may occur during the injection. Tell your caregivers right away if you have a rash or skin redness, chest tightness or trouble breathing, or if you feel like you might pass out.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Jevtana if you are allergic to cabazitaxel, or if you have:
severe liver disease;
low white blood cell counts; or
an allergy to any medicine that contains polysorbate 80.
To make sure Jevtana is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
radiation treatment;
liver or kidney disease;
breathing problems; or
a severe allergic reaction to any medication.
Although not for use by women, cabazitaxel can cause birth defects in a baby if the father is using this medicine.
Use effective birth control if your sex partner is able to get pregnant. Keep using birth control for at least 3 months after your last dose. Tell your doctor at once if a pregnancy occurs during this time.
This medicine may affect fertility (your ability to have children). However, it is important to use birth control to prevent pregnancy because cabazitaxel can harm an unborn baby.
How is Jevtana given?
Jevtana is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
This medicine must be given slowly, and the infusion can take about 1 hour to complete.
Jevtana is usually given once every 3 weeks. You will be given other medications to prevent certain side effects.
You will most likely take prednisone (a steroid medicine) by mouth every day throughout your Jevtana treatment. Do not stop taking prednisone without your doctor's advice, or you could have unpleasant side effects caused by Jevtana. Tell your doctor if you miss any doses or you stop taking prednisone for any reason.
Jevtana affects your immune system. You may get infections more easily, even serious or fatal infections, especially if you are 65 or older. Your doctor will need to examine you on a regular basis.
Call your doctor if you have ongoing vomiting or diarrhea, or if you are sweating more than usual. You can easily become dehydrated while receiving Jevtana, which can lead to a serious electrolyte imbalance.
Your doctor may tell you to check your temperature at home throughout your treatment with Jevtana.
