RTU-Doce Benefits & Uses

RTU-Doce 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

RTU-Doce 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

RTU-Doce Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when RTU-Doce 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

RTU-Doce Related Warnings

Is the use of RTU-Doce safe for pregnant women?

RTU-Doce 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 RTU-Doce safe during breastfeeding?

RTU-Doce 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 RTU-Doce on the Kidneys?

RTU-Doce does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of RTU-Doce on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking RTU-Doce. 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 RTU-Doce on the Heart?

RTU-Doce is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of RTU-Doce with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

RTU-Doce Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Neutropenia
Edema
Infections
Eye Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about RTU-Doce

Is this RTU-Doce habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to RTU-Doce.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking RTU-Doce. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, RTU-Doce is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, RTU-Doce is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

RTU-Doce Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and RTU-Doce

Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes RTU-Doce to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and RTU-Doce

Taking alcohol with RTU-Doce 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)

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