Docelieva Benefits & Uses

Docelieva 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

Docelieva 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

Docelieva Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Docelieva 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

Docelieva Related Warnings

Is the use of Docelieva safe for pregnant women?

Docelieva 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 Docelieva safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Docelieva on the Kidneys?

Using Docelieva does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Docelieva on the Liver?

Docelieva 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 Docelieva on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Docelieva with Other Drugs

Docelieva should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Docelieva Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Neutropenia
Edema
Infections
Eye Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Docelieva

Is this Docelieva habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Docelieva has not been reported.

No
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 Docelieva can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Docelieva is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Docelieva for mental disorders.

No

Docelieva Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Docelieva

When consumed with certain foods, Docelieva may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Docelieva

Taking alcohol with Docelieva can be dangerous.

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)

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