Docecad 80 mg Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Head and neck cancer. The alternative uses of Docecad 80 mg Injection have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Docecad 80 mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Some other side effects of Docecad 80 mg Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Docecad 80 mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Docecad 80 mg Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Docecad 80 mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Docecad 80 mg Injection related warnings section.
Docecad 80 mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Neutropenia, Infections are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Docecad 80 mg Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Docecad 80 mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Docecad 80 mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Docecad 80 mg Injection 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Docecad 80 mg Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Docecad 80 mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Docecad should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Docecad 80 mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Docecad may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Docecad should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Docecad 80 mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Docecad does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Docecad 80 mg Injection on the Liver?
Docecad 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.
What is the effect of Docecad 80 mg Injection on the Heart?
Docecad is completely safe for the heart.
Docecad 80 mg Injection 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 Docecad 80 mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Docecad 80 mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Docecad 80 mg Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Docecad 80 mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Docecad 80 mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Docecad 80 mg Injection for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Docecad 80 mg Injection
Taking Docecad 80 mg Injection with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Docecad 80 mg Injection
Taking alcohol with Docecad 80 mg Injection can be dangerous.
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