Docet 120mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Docet 120mg 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

Docet 120mg 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

Docet 120mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Docet 120mg Injection is used -

Severe

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

Moderate

Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Edema
Erythema
Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
Rash

Docet 120mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Docet 120mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Docet. If you are pregnant, do not take Docet without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Docet 120mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Docet should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Docet 120mg Injection on the Kidneys?

Using Docet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Docet 120mg Injection on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Docet. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Docet 120mg Injection on the Heart?

Docet is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Docet 120mg Injection with Other Drugs

Docet 120mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Docet 120mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Docet 120mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Neutropenia
Edema
Infections
Eye Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Docet 120mg Injection

Is this Docet 120mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Docet 120mg Injection.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Docet 120mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Docet 120mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Docet 120mg Injection for mental disorders.

No

Docet 120mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Docet 120mg Injection

When consumed with certain foods, Docet 120mg Injection may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Docet 120mg Injection

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Docet 120mg Injection as it can have severe side effects.

Severe