
Docetero RTU 80mg Injection
Salt Composition: Docetaxel Injection IP
Expiry Date: 01/2028
Inclusive of all taxes
1 Injection
About The Product
Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Stomach Cancer, Head Cancer, Neck Cancer
Docetero RTU 80mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used to treat breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer, and cancers of the head and neck. This injection can be used alone or in combination with other chemotherapeutic drugs to increase treatment effectiveness.
Description
Docetero RTU 80mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug with its salt constituents known as Docetaxel Injection IP. Doctors prescribe this injection to treat breast cancer and other cancers including, prostate, non-small cell lung, stomach, and head and neck cancer.
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. Docetero RTU 80mg Injection is contraindicated in patients with minimal white blood cells or severe liver diseases.
Side Effects
- Like other anticancer drugs, Docetero RTU 80mg Injection has mild to severe side effects.
- These are undesired symptoms observed in the body after taking this injection.
- Usually, they disappear with time as the body adopts the medicine.
- These side effects don't need special medical attention.
- Contact your doctor immediately if you find them difficult to manage.
- Some of them are listed below: Common side effects: Diarrhea Swelling Hair loss Weight loss Muscle pain Eye Infection Constipation Nose bleeding Abdominal Pain Rapid heart rate Loss of appetite Difficulty in breathing Low blood cell count Nausea and vomiting Irregular menstrual cycle Decreased blood pressure
How To Use
- Docetero RTU 80mg 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.
How It Works
Docetero RTU 80mg Injection belongs to the drug class known as taxoids. This drug interferes with the structure and function of microtubules.
These organelles are present in cells and help in the rapid multiplication and division of malignant cells. In blocking normal functioning, this injection slows down the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Safety Advice
Missed Doses
- It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Docetero RTU 80mg 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.
Quick Tips
Docetero RTU 80mg 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 Docetero RTU 80mg Injection.
Monitor your blood sugar & blood pressure level regularly. Taking Docetero RTU 80mg Injection can affect these. Your doctor may go for a liver function test at proper intervals to monitor liver enzymes.
Contact your medical healthcare provider before taking Docetero RTU 80mg Injection if you are experiencing any symptoms of intestinal problems, including stomach pain, tenderness, or diarrhea.
Taking Docetero RTU 80mg 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.
FAQs
No, Docetero RTU 80mg Injection is only available in injection form that should be given intravenously (into a vein) by a healthcare expert in the hospital.
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