Docax 20mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Docax 20mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Docax 20mg Injection Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 60 mg/m2 IV over 1 hour repeat treatment every 3 weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 60 mg/m2 IV over 1 hour repeat treatment every 3 weeks

Docax 20mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Docax 20mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Docax should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Docax 20mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Docax may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Docax 20mg Injection on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Docax on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Docax 20mg Injection on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Docax. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Docax only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Docax 20mg Injection on the Heart?

You can take Docax without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Docax 20mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Docax 20mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Neutropenia
Edema
Infections
Eye Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Docax 20mg Injection

Is this Docax 20mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Docax 20mg Injection is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Docax 20mg Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Docax 20mg Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Docax 20mg Injection only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Docax 20mg Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Docax 20mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Docax 20mg Injection

Taking Docax 20mg Injection with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Docax 20mg Injection

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Docax 20mg Injection as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Docetaxel (docetaxel)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Taxotere (docetaxel)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Oncotaxel (docetaxel)

Docax 20mg Injection