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Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Head and neck cancer. Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml related warnings section.
Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml in conditions like Liver Disease, Neutropenia, Infections. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml contraindications section.
Besides this, Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml 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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Is the use of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml safe for pregnant women?
Docetere has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Docetere without medical advice.
Is the use of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Docetere. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml on the Kidneys?
Docetere is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml on the Liver?
Docetere can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml on the Heart?
You can take Docetere without any fear of damage to the heart.
Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml 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 Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml
Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml may take longer to act if you eat some foods while taking it. Follow your doctor's advice on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml
Consuming Docetere 20 Injection 1 Ml with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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