Detaxl 80mg Injection

About

Detaxl 80mg Injection contains Docetaxel, an antineoplastic agent belonging to the taxane class of chemotherapy drugs. It works by interfering with the normal function of microtubules, which are essential for cell division. By stabilizing microtubules, Docetaxel prevents cancer cells from dividing and ultimately leads to their death. This mechanism makes it highly effective against various types of rapidly dividing cancer cells. Docetaxel is administered intravenously by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic setting. Due to its potent nature and potential for significant side effects, patients receiving Docetaxel require close monitoring throughout their treatment course. Premedication is often given to reduce the risk of hypersensitivity reactions and fluid retention.

Uses

• Treatment of breast cancer
• Management of non-small cell lung cancer
• Therapy for prostate cancer
• Treatment of gastric adenocarcinoma

Directions For Use

This injection is administered intravenously by a qualified healthcare professional. Do not attempt to self-administer.

Benefits

• Inhibits cancer cell growth and division
• Induces apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells
• Effective against a range of solid tumors
• Can be used as part of combination chemotherapy regimens
• May improve survival rates in certain cancers
• Well-established efficacy in oncology protocols

Side Effects

• Hair loss (alopecia)
• Nausea and vomiting
• Fatigue and weakness
• Low blood counts (neutropenia, anemia, thrombocytopenia)
• Peripheral neuropathy (numbness, tingling)
• Fluid retention (edema)
• Muscle and joint pain
• Skin reactions (rash, redness)
• Nail changes
• Allergic reactions (hypersensitivity)
• Mouth sores (stomatitis)
• Diarrhea

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Avoid alcohol consumption as it can exacerbate side effects such as nausea, fatigue, and potential liver strain.
• Pregnancy - Contraindicated during pregnancy due to the risk of fetal harm. Women of childbearing potential must use effective contraception.
• Breastfeeding - Contraindicated during breastfeeding as the drug can pass into breast milk and potentially harm the infant.
• Liver - Use with extreme caution in patients with liver conditions; significant dosage adjustments are crucial due to increased toxicity risk.
• Kidney - Use with caution in patients with kidney conditions; close monitoring is advised, though specific dose adjustments are not always required for mild to moderate impairment.
• Lung - Monitor for signs of interstitial lung disease or pneumonitis; report any new or worsening respiratory symptoms promptly.

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