Docetero Benefits & Uses

Docetero is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Breast Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Head and neck cancer

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer
Gastric Cancer

Docetero 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

Docetero Related Warnings

Is the use of Docetero safe for pregnant women?

Docetero can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Docetero safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Docetero on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Docetero on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Docetero on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Docetero. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Docetero on the Heart?

Docetero is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Docetero with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Docetero Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Neutropenia
Edema
Infections
Eye Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Docetero

Is this Docetero habit forming or addictive?

Docetero does not cause addiction.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Docetero. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Docetero is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Docetero in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Docetero Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Docetero

Some foods when eaten with Docetero can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Docetero

Taking Docetero with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

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

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