Doxtel 20mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Doxtel 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

Doxtel 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

Doxtel 20mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Doxtel 20mg 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

Doxtel 20mg Injection Related Warnings

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

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

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

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

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

Doxtel does not damage the kidneys.

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

Doxtel 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 Doxtel 20mg Injection on the Heart?

Doxtel is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Doxtel 20mg Injection Contraindications

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

Is this Doxtel 20mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Doxtel 20mg Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Doxtel 20mg Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Doxtel 20mg Injection for mental disorders.

No

Doxtel 20mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Doxtel 20mg Injection

Doxtel 20mg Injection may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Doxtel 20mg Injection

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Doxtel 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)

Doxtel 20mg Injection