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Docetax 120 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Head and neck cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Docetax 120 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Docetax 120 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Docetax 120 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Docetax 120 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Docetax 120 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Docetax 120 Injection related warnings talks about Docetax 120 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Neutropenia, Infections must refrain from the use of Docetax 120 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Docetax 120 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Docetax 120 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Docetax 120 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Docetax 120 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Docetax 120 Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Docetax 120 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Docetax shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Docetax 120 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Docetax may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Docetax should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Docetax 120 Injection on the Kidneys?
Docetax is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Docetax 120 Injection on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Docetax. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Docetax only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Docetax 120 Injection on the Heart?
Using Docetax does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Docetax 120 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Docetax 120 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Docetax 120 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Docetax 120 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Docetax 120 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Docetax 120 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Docetax 120 Injection
When consumed with certain foods, Docetax 120 Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Docetax 120 Injection
Consuming Docetax 120 Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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