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Overview
Docecad 20mg Injection is a prescription-based antineoplastic drug used in the treatment and management of breast cancer, special forms of lung cancer (non-small cell lung cancer), prostate cancer, gastric (stomach) cancer, and/or head and neck cancer. Cancer is a disease where normal cell division becomes uncontrolled and multiplies abnormally. This injection can be used alone or in combination with other chemotherapeutic drugs to increase the treatment effectiveness. Docecad Injection is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Head Cancer, Neck Cancer
Docecad 20mg Injection is an anticancer drug with its salt constituents known as Docetaxel Injection IP. Doctors prescribe this injection to treat multiple cancers. It can treat breast cancer and other cancers, cars including prostate, non-small cell lung, stomach, and head and neck cancer. This Injection also helps in reducing the symptoms associated, ed with breast cancer including discharge from nipples, change in shape, and lump mass in the breast. Docecad Injection is a cytotoxic agent that inhibits the rapid division of the cancer cells. It is recommended to take proper consultation with your doctor before taking it. Your doctor will decide the dosage and duration of taking the injection. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It is advised to inform your physician if you have any history of kidney or heart problems, vision problems, epilepsy, or alcohol addiction. Your doctor may go for regular monitoring of blood cell count and liver function tests at proper intervals. Docecad 20mg Injection is not for patients with low white blood cell count or severe liver diseases.
Docecad 20mg Injection has some mild to severe side effects. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. Contact your medical expert, if you observe them continually and find them difficult to manage. Some of the common and severe side effects are listed below:
Common side effects:
Swelling
Diarrhea
Hair loss
Dry mouth
Weight loss
Muscle pain
Constipation
Eye infection
Nose Bleeding
Loss of appetite
Abdominal Pain
Trouble sleeping
High blood sugar
Trouble breathing
Nausea and vomiting
Severe side effects:
Rapid heartbeat
Low blood cell count
Irregular menstrual cycle
Change in sense of taste
Decreased blood pressure
Docecad 20mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.
Docecad 20mg Injection belongs to the drug class known as taxoids. This drug interferes with the structure and function of microtubules that are responsible for the replication of cancer cells. This cell organelle helps in the rapid multiplication and division of malignant cells. In this way, it slows down its growth and eventually kills them.
Alcohol
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The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Docecad 20mg Injectionn. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Docecad 20mg Injection may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such a condition.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Docecad 20mg Injection is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking a Docecad 20mg Injection.
Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Docecad 20mg Injection.
Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Docecad 20mg Injection if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Docecad 20mg Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Docecad 20mg Injection is not considered to be safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women, as it may pass through the mother and harm the baby.
It is advised to use reliable methods of birth control and contraceptive pills to delay pregnancy while under treatment with Docecad 20mg Injection.
Monitor your blood sugar & blood pressure levels regularly. Taking Docecad 20mg Injection can affect these. Your physician must check for liver enzyme levels by liver function test at proper intervals.
Contact your medical healthcare provider before taking Docecad 20mg Injection if you are experiencing any symptoms of intestinal problems, including stomach pain, tenderness, or diarrhea.
Taking Docecad 20mg Injection may cause side effects such as swelling of hands, and lips, and weight gain. Your oncologist may suggest some medication like Corticosteroids along with this medicine to lower these side effects.
Docecad 20mg Injection is not considered safe to use in children below age 18. This medicine is taken as per the doctor's prescription.
Your doctor will decide the dosage and duration of taking the Docecad 20mg Injection. The duration of depends on the type of cancer, and the body's response to therapy.
No, you should not take Docecad 20mg Injection, if you had previously experienced allergic reactions with paclitaxel and cabazitaxel. This drug contains polysorbate 80 as an excipient.
Before administering the Docecad 20mg Injection, your physician must ask for certain blood tests to ensure secure and safe administration of the injection. They may include complete blood count to check blood cell counts, creatinine levels to examine kidney function and liver function tests for evaluation of liver enzyme levels.
Docecad 20mg Injection is considered safe. It is necessary to consult your healthcare provider before using it. However, like all anticancer medications, this drug can also have some side effects. It's crucial to inform your doctor if you are taking any prescribed or non-prescribed medicine. These drugs can interact with Taxotere and may result in severe problems.
