Docemax 80mg Injection

Here you'll find essential details about Docemax 80mg Injection, a GLS Pharma Ltd. product containing the salt combination Docetaxel (80mg). Key uses of this medication include Breast cancer,Non-small cell lung cancer,Prostate cancer,Cancer of head and neck. Take a moment to explore the specific information provided in the 'Detail' section and utilize the wishlist and compare features for a better understanding.

MRP: ₹ 11560
Packing: 2.0 ml in 1 vial
Salt Combination: Docetaxel (80mg)
Brand: GLS Pharma Ltd.
Uses: Breast cancer,Non-small cell lung cancer,Prostate cancer,Cancer of head and neck

Description

Docemax 80mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication used for the treatment of breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer and cancers of head and neck
Docemax 80mg Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional
Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it
This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time
You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised
Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects
It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include breathlessness, constipation, edema (swelling), infection, loss of appetite, muscle pain, nail disorder, pain, and weakness
To reduce these side effects your doctor may suggest some medication along with it
But, inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever)
This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections
Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells and liver function
Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine.
Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using
This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Docemax 80mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Docemax 80mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Docemax 80mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Docemax 80mg Injection is recommended.
Driving:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether Docemax 80mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Breast feeding:	UNSAFE: Docemax 80mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Docemax 80mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Docemax 80mg Injection.
Drug Action:	Antimicrotubule agents- Taxanes
Therapeutic class:	ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Taxanes Derivatives

Uses of Docemax 80mg Injection

In Breast cancer Docemax 80mg Injection helps to treat breast cancer and it may be used alone or in combination with other medicines or treatment modalities like chemotherapy
It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast
Docemax 80mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells
Discuss with your doctor if any of the side effects bother you
In Non-small cell lung cancer Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers
Docemax 80mg Injection helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines
It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor
You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated
In Prostate cancer Prostate gland is a small walnut-sized gland that produces a fluid called seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperms in males
The most common symptom of prostate cancer is difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all
Docemax 80mg Injection decreases or stops the growth of cancer cells by decreasing the amount of testosterone (natural hormone in males) in men
This also relieves difficulty in passing urine and makes it easier for you to urinate
In Cancer of head and neck Head and neck cancer includes cancer of the mouth, nose, sinuses or throat
Docemax 80mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells
It is an effective medicine but it has some bothersome side effects
Therefore, you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.