Adoxi 20mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Adoxi 20mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Breast Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Head and neck cancer

Other Benefits

Prostate Cancer
Gastric Cancer

Adoxi 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

Adoxi 20mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Adoxi 20mg Injection is used -

Severe

Hypersensitivity
Infection
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Moderate

Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Edema
Erythema
Conjunctivitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Rash

Adoxi 20mg Injection Related Warnings

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

Adoxi has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Adoxi without medical advice.

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

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Adoxi. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

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

Adoxi does not damage the kidneys.

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

Adoxi may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

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

Adoxi is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Adoxi 20mg Injection with Other Drugs

Adoxi 20mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Adoxi 20mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Adoxi 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 Adoxi 20mg Injection

Is this Adoxi 20mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Adoxi 20mg Injection has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Adoxi 20mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Adoxi 20mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Adoxi 20mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Adoxi 20mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Adoxi 20mg Injection

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Adoxi 20mg Injection to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Adoxi 20mg Injection

Taking Adoxi 20mg Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma,
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)

Adoxi 20mg Injection