
Docetero RTU 20mg Injection
Manufacturer
Hetero Healthcare Limited
Salt Composition
Docetaxel (20mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Docetero RTU 20mg 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.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Docetero RTU 20mg 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.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How it works
Docetero RTU 20mg Injection is an anticancer medication. It works by interfering with the microtubule structures which help the cancer cells to divide and multiply. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Quick Tips
Do not take Docetero RTU 20mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells and liver function during treatment with this medicine. It may cause side effects such as swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain. To reduce these side effects your doctor may suggest some medication along with this medicine called Corticosteroids. Inform your doctor if you notice unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever) or other signs of infection. Your doctor may suggest some medication along with this medicine to reduce side effects. It may reduce the number of blood cells in your blood, thereby increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells and liver function. 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.