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Daxotel is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Head and neck cancer. Other than this, Daxotel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Daxotel depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Daxotel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Daxotel are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Daxotel's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Daxotel related warnings talks about Daxotel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Daxotel is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Neutropenia, Infections as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Daxotel contraindications section.
Additionally, Daxotel may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Daxotel is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Daxotel is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Daxotel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Daxotel. If you are pregnant, do not take Daxotel without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Daxotel safe during breastfeeding?
Daxotel may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Daxotel on the Kidneys?
Daxotel is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Daxotel on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Daxotel. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Daxotel on the Heart?
Daxotel is completely safe for the heart.
Daxotel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Daxotel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Daxotel habit forming or addictive?
Daxotel does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Daxotel can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Daxotel is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Daxotel is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Daxotel
When consumed with certain foods, Daxotel may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Daxotel
Taking Daxotel with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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