Docet Benefits & Uses

Docet 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 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 Side Effects

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

Docet Related Warnings

Is the use of Docet 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 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 on the Kidneys?

Using Docet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Docet 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 on the Heart?

Docet is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Docet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erythromycin

Docet Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Neutropenia
Edema
Infections
Eye Disorders
Alcoholism

Frequently asked Questions about Docet

Is this Docet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Docet .

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Docet 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 for mental disorders.

No

Docet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Docet

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

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Docet

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

Severe

See all substitutes for Docet

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Docetere 80 Solvent For Injection - ₹28
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Docetere 20 Solvent For Injection - ₹29
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Docetere 120 Solvent For Injection - ₹31
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Docetere RFA 20 Injection 0.5 Ml - ₹2688
Docel 80 Mg Injection - ₹11085
Docel 20 Mg Injection - ₹2915
Docel 120 Mg Injection - ₹14520
Doceaqualip 80 Injection - ₹20710
Doceaqualip 20 Injection - ₹5178
Daxotel 80 Injection - ₹12474

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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