Docetaxel Injection Description:
It is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.
Docetaxel Injection Uses :
Its primary use is in the treatment of breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, cancer of head and neck and prostate cancer.
Docetaxel Side Effects :
- Nausea,
- Vomiting,
- Muscle pain,
- Hair loss,
- Hypersensitivity,
- Loss of appetite,
- Infection,
- Diarrhoea,
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells),
- Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils),
- Altered taste, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth),
- Febrile neutropenia,
- Neuropathy.
Docetaxel Injection Dosage:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
FAQs
Is Docetaxel a taxane?
It belongs to the taxane class of drugs. It is not an anthracycline derivative
Is Docetaxel drug cytotoxic?
Yes. Since, It kills the cancer cells in the body; it is regarded as a cytotoxic agent
Does it cause hair loss
It may cause hair loss, bone pain or weight gain due to fluid retention. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Where does It come from?
Docetaxel drug is derived from the bark of the yew tree found in the pacific region
Is Docetaxel drug FDA approved?
Yes. It is approved by the USFDA.
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