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Docetere 120mg Injection

By DR REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD
3ml Injection in Vial
MRP 15378.00
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Docetere 120 MG Description

Docetere Injection is an anticancer medicine. It is used to treat breast, head and neck, lungs, prostate and stomach cancer. It is used alone or in combination with other anti-cancer medicines. The a

ctive ingredient present is docetaxel. This medicine is an injection and it will be given/administered by the doctor in a healthcare set-up.

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Product Summary

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ContainsDocetaxel(120.0 Mg)
UsesCancer
Side effectsNausea, vomiting, fever, fatigue
TherapyANTI-NEOPLASTIC
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uses

Uses of Docetere 120 MG

  • Breast cancer
  • Lung cancer
  • Prostate cancer
  • Stomach cancer
  • Head and neck cancer
contraindications

Contraindications of Docetere 120 MG

  • You have an allergy to the ingredients or their components.
  • You have a low white blood cell count, if you are not sure, ask the doctor.
  • You have a history of liver disease.
  • You are a pregnant or breastfeeding women.
sideEffects

Side effects of Docetere 120 MG

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Fever
  • Fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Rashes
  • Hair loss
  • Swelling at the injection site
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Docetere 120 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Docetere Injection during pregnancy?
A:
Avoid during pregnancy as it may cause fetal harm. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before initiating treatment with the medicine. If you become pregnant while taking the treatment, inform the doctor immediately.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Docetere Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
It is not known if the component of the medicine passes in breast milk. To avoid risk breastfeeding must be discontinued while receiving treatment with the medicine.
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive after taking Docetere Injection?
A:
The medicine may impair the ability to drive, avoid driving after taking the injection.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Docetere Injection?
A:
Avoid alcohol while on treatment with the medicine as it may worsen the side effects. Inform your doctor about your drinking habits if you drink too often, have a liver condition or suffer from fits and seizures.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You suffer from liver disease, alcoholism or seizures.
  • You have a kidney-related problem of a high level of uric acid in the body.
  • You have been treated with a medicine-paclitaxel and experienced an allergic reaction.
  • You are already on other anti-cancer medications.
  • You have a low white blood cell count.
  • You experience serious skin problems like peeling, rashes, flu-like symptoms, blisters etc.
  • You experience abnormal swellings due to excess accumulation of fluid in the body, pain, tingling, or burning in the hands and feet, skin rashes, etc. after taking the injection. Inform the doctor imm...
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modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Docetere 120 MG

How Does It Work?

The medicine works by interrupting the multiplication of cancer cells that results in cells being inactive and this leads to the death of the cancerous cells.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Docetere 120 MG

The medicine will be given in the hospital by the doctor or nurse as an injection. Do not self-inject the medicine.
interactions

Interactions of Docetere 120 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Other medicines affect the way Docetere Injection works, or Docetere Injection itself affects the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • Inform the physician about the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are taking or might take to avoid possible interaction. Especially if you are antibiotics, antifungals, anti-infectives, anti-HIV ...
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storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Docetere 120 MG

Store between 2°-25°C, protected from bright light. Keep it away from children and pets.
dosage

Dosage of Docetere 120 MG

Overdose

The possibility for overdose is unlikely as the medicine will be administered/given by a healthcare professional. If unusual signs and symptoms experienced, then immediately inform the doctor.

Missed a Dose

The possibility of missing a dose is unlikely as the medicine will be administered by a healthcare professional.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: How does Docetere Injection works?

A: Docetere Injection works by interrupting the multiplication of cancer cells that results in cells being inactive and this leads to death of the cancerous cells.

Q: How Docetere Injection is given?

  • The medicine comes in a form of injection, it will be given in the hospital by the doctor or nurse as an injection or infusion.
  • Follow the aftercare instruction given by the doctor.
  • If unusual symptoms occur after taking the injection, inform the doctor immediately.
Product Details
Brand
DOCETERE
Expires on or After
17/06/2024
Last Updated on: 25 Aug 2021 | 08:19 PM (IST)

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