Taxotere 20mg Injection

Taxotere 20mg Injection is an 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 & neck cancer. This Injection also helps in reducing the symptoms associated with breast cancer including discharge from nipples, change in shape, and lump mass in the breast. This drug is a cytotoxic agent which 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 Taxotere 20mg 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.

Taxotere 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

Taxotere 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.

Taxotere 20mg Injection belongs to the drug class known as taxoids. This drug obstructs the normal structure and function of microtubules that are responsible for the multiplication of cancer cells. This cell organelle supports the rapid division of malignant cells. In this way, Taxotere prevents its growth and eventually kills them.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Taxotere 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.

Taxotere 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 Taxotere 20mg Injection.

Monitor your blood sugar & blood pressure levels on a regular basis. Taking Taxotere 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 Taxotere 20mg Injection if you are experiencing any symptoms of intestinal problems, including stomach pain, tenderness, or diarrhea.

Taking Taxotere 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.