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DOCETAXEL 80MG INJECTION (DOCETERO)

Mfd. by :- Hetero (Fulfilled By : Magicine Pharma)

Docetaxel 80mg Injection (Docetero)

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Medicine Details 

Brand name:- Docetero

Generic name:- Docetaxel

Manufacturer:- Hetero 

Dosage form:- Injection 

Strength :- 80mg

Composition ;- Docetaxel 

Packaging size:- 1 vial

Indication:- Lung, prostate, bladder, ovarian, breast, head and neck cancer 

Storage conditions:- Store at room temperature. Protect from heat and light 

 

Description 

Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection is an anti-cancer medication used for the treatment of certain cancer (breast, lung, prostate, bladeer, head and neck, ovarian, non-small cell lung cancer). 

It is given as an injection by your doctor or nurse. Close monitoring of blood cell count and liver function test is necessary while receiving this medication. Before taking this medication tell your doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney problems. 

Pharmacodynamics of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg Injection)

Docetaxel is a toxoid antineoplastic agent. It interferes with the normal function of microtubule growth. Docetaxel induced bundles of  microtubules throughout the cell cycle and multiple asters of microtubule during mitosis. 

Advantages of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection

  • It helps to treat breast cancer, it relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps. This injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells. 

  • Non-small lung cancer affects both smokers as well as non-smokers. Docetero (docetaxel) injection helps to treat this cancer. 

Head and neck cancer includes the cancer of mouth, nose and throat . Docetero (docetaxel) injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells.

Substitutes of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection

  • Chemodoc 

  • Docecad 

  • Taxuba 

  • Zenotere 

  • Zytax 

  • Docetere 

Side effects of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection 

Docetero (docetaxel) injection may cause some unwanted side effects. 

Common side effects 

  • Constipation 

  • Muscle pain

  • Swelling 

  • Nausea 

  • Diarrhea 

  • Infection 

  • Loss of appetite 

  • Vomiting 

  • Weakness 

  • Sore throat 

  • Headache 

  • Dizziness 

  • Fever 

  • Weight gain 

  • Shortness of breath 

Serious side effects of Docetaxel 80mg Injection

  • Chest discomfort 

  • Hypersensitivity 

  • Anemia 

  • Asthenia 

  • Neuropathy 

  • Dyspnea 

Note:- if any of these side effects occurs immediately contact your doctor.

Missed dose 

  • In case you miss a dose immediately contact your doctor. Do not double the dosage to make up for the missed dose. 

Overdose 

  • Emergency medical treatment required or contact your doctor in case of an overdose. 

Usage of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection

Docetero (docetaxel) injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells. This medication is used for the treatment of breast cancer. Docetero (docetaxel) injection is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer which is a type of cancer that affects the lungs. It is also used in the treatment of prostate cancer which is a most common type of cancer in men. This medication also helps in the treatment of gastric cancer and head and neck cancer. 

Before using Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection, inform your doctor about your previous medication.

 

  •  Contraception 

    • Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. 

  • Children and adolescents 

    • This medicine is not for use in children and adolescents 

Warnings for female

  • Pregnancy 

    •  Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection is unsafe during pregnancy. It may cause harm to unborn baby.

  • Breastfeeding 

    •   Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection is unsafe during breastfeeding. 

 

General warnings and precautions

  • This medicine may cause infections. Monitoring of blood cell count and body temperature is necessary. 

  • This medication may cause some serious skin reactions. 

  • This medicine is not recommended to the patients with liver injury 

  • This medicine is known to cause nerve damage

  • Avoid driving and using heavy machinery 

  • This medicine may cause swelling 

Cautionary labels 

  • Not safe for pregnant womens. 

  • Not safe during breastfeeding. 

  • May decrease blood count 

  • May harm liver 

  • Do not consume alcohol 

Q1.  What is Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection?

Ans.  Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection is an anticancer agent which is used in the treatment of various cancer of lungs, bladder, breast, head and neck. 

Q2. How  Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection works?

Ans. Docetero Injection has an active ingredient, Docetaxel, which is an anti-cancer medication. This slows the growth of cancer cells and kills them.

Q3.In what strengths is it available?

Ans. It is available in the strengths of 80mg - 120mg.

Q4. What are the side effects of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection?

Ans. Common side effects of Docetero (docetaxel) injection are:- Constipation, Muscle pain, Swelling, Nausea, Diarrhea, Infection, Loss of appetite, Vomiting, Weakness. 

Q5. What should I avoid while taking Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection?

Ans. Avoid drinking alcohol, driving, smoking, and taking medicines without prescription.

Q6. How should I take Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection?

Ans. It is given as an injection by your doctor or nurse. Use Docetero injection as directed by your doctor. Check the label of medicine for exact dosing instruction. 

Q7. Who should not take Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection?

Ans. Some medical conditions may interact with Docetero (docetaxel) injection like :- if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any prescribed medicine, history of heart or kidney problems. 

Q8. What if I miss a dose?

Ans. In case you miss a dose consult your doctor immediately. Do not take extra doses to make up for the missed dose. 

Q9. Is it safe to take Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection during pregnancy? 

Ans. This medication is not recommended for pregnant women, it may cause harm to the unborn baby. 

Q10. How long does it take for the Docetero injection to show effect?

Ans. The effect of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection can be observed in less than an hour. 

Q11. Can I consume alcohol while taking  Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection?

Ans. It is unsafe to consume alcohol with  Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection.

Q12. Can I take Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection during breastfeeding?

Ans.  Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection is unsafe during breastfeeding. It may cause toxicity to the unborn baby.

Q13. Can I drive after taking  Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection?

Ans. It may cause some dizziness. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate.

Q14. What are the storage conditions? 

Ans. Store Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg) injection at room temperature. Make sure that the Injection is intact & not broken while purchasing or storing. 

Interactions of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg Injection)

Docetero (docetaxel) injection may interact if it is used with other drugs.This may increase your risk of side effects. 

Medicine interaction 

  • Atazanavir

  • Clarithromycin

  • Darunavir

  • Indinavir

  • Itraconazole

  • Lopinavir 

Disease interaction 

  • Infections 

  • Edema 

  • Eye disorder 

  • Kidney disease 

  • Liver disease 

Alcohol interaction 

  • It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Docetero (docetaxel) injection. Consult your doctor before consumption. 

Contraindications of Docetero (Docetaxel 80mg Injection)

  • Not recommended in the patients with know allergy to Docetero (docetaxel) injection 

  • Not recommended in the patients with neutrophils count less than 1500cells/mm3

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