Doceon Benefits & Uses

Doceon is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer

Doceon Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 60 mg/m2 IV over 1 hour repeat treatment every 3 weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 60 mg/m2 IV over 1 hour repeat treatment every 3 weeks

Doceon Related Warnings

Is the use of Doceon safe for pregnant women?

Doceon should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Doceon safe during breastfeeding?

Doceon may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Doceon on the Kidneys?

Doceon is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Doceon on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Doceon. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Doceon on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Doceon for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Doceon with Other Drugs

Doceon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Doceon Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Doceon unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Neutropenia
Edema
Infections
Eye Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Doceon

Is this Doceon habit forming or addictive?

Doceon does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Doceon can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Doceon only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Doceon is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Doceon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doceon

When consumed with certain foods, Doceon may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Doceon

Taking alcohol with Doceon can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Docetaxel (docetaxel)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Taxotere (docetaxel)

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