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How Docetaxel is used for the Treatment of Different Cancers

https://www.cancercurepharmacy.com/BlogDetails.aspx?Title=How-Docetaxel-is-used-for-the-Treatment-of-Different-Cancers<br><br>Docetaxel (Brand Taxotere) is a chemotherapeutic medication that is prescribed for the treatment of several kinds of cancers including head & neck cancer, prostate cancer, etc. Docetaxel / Taxotere is often used with other cancer medications for different kinds of cancers. Docetaxel is received as an injection into the vein by a healthcare provider in a clinic or hospital setting. It can cause harm to the skin if it comes into direct contact. After receiving the Docetaxel injection, it is important to inform your caregiver if you experience any pain, burning or swelling around or on the injected area.

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How Docetaxel is used for the Treatment of Different Cancers

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  1. Docetaxel (Brand Taxotere) is a chemotherapeutic medication that is prescribed for the treatment of several kinds of cancers including head & neck cancer, prostate cancer, etc. Docetaxel / Taxotere is often used with other cancer medications for different kinds of cancers. Docetaxel is received as an injection into the vein by a healthcare provider in a clinic or hospital setting. It can cause harm to the skin if it comes into direct contact. After receiving the Docetaxel injection, it is important to inform your caregiver if you experience any pain, burning or swelling around or on the injected area. Docetaxel price information

  2. Uses of Docetaxel Head & Neck Cancer Docetaxel is may be used for the treatment of induction of the patients who have locally advanced head & neck squamous cell malignancy in the larynx, oral cavity, oropharynx or hypopharynx. The treatment is done with Docetaxel medication in combination with 5- fluorouracil and cisplatin Prostate Cancer Docetaxel injection vials may be used for the treatment of prostate cancer patients with non-responsive hormonal treatment androgen independent metastasis. Docetaxel may be used in combination with prednisone medication. Ovary Cancer Docetaxel may also be used for treating malignant metastatic ovarian tumour. It is often prescribed after treatment with chemotherapy has not shown successful results. Gastric adenocarcinoma Docetaxel in combination with cisplatin and 5-fluororacil may be used to treat advanced form of malignant tumours in the stomach inside the gastroesophageal junction. This medication is generally prescribed before receiving chemotherapy for treating the advance tumour. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer or NSCLC Docetaxel may be prescribed for treating locally advanced NSCLC even after treatment with chemotherapy has not been successful. For the patients with inoperable locally advanced NSCLC who have not received chemotherapy, Docetaxel may be used alongside cisplatin. Metastatic Breast Cancer Doxorubicin-Docetaxel medication combination may be used for treating metastatic breast cancer in patients who have not yet received chemotherapy.

  3. For metastatic breast cancer treated unsuccessfully with cytotoxic chemotherapy. Docetaxel may be prescribed with capecitabine. For metastatic breast cancer which is responsive to human epidermal receptor or HER2 in patients who have not been previously treated with chemotherapy. Docetaxel may be prescribed with trastuzumab. Docetaxel Mechanism of Action Docetaxel / Taxotere functions at the reduce the proliferation of the tumour cells by prevention of cancer cells division and inhibiting further spread of the tumour. It is important to inform your doctor all medical conditions that you may have before receiving Docetaxel including: ✓A severe liver function impairment ✓If you are pregnant ✓If your neutrophil count is 1500 cells / mm3 or the amount of a type of white blood cells ✓A severe allergy to Docetaxel or polysorbate 80 Docetaxel Dose Information Docetaxel injection vials are generally available in the following doses: ✓Generic Docetaxel 20 mg Injection Vial ✓Generic Docetaxel 80 mg Injection Vial ✓Generic Docetaxel 120 mg Injection Vial ✓Brand Taxotere 20 mg Injection Vial ✓Brand Taxotere 80 mg Injection Vial Docetaxel cost information Docetaxel Side Effects Some side effects of Docetaxel include: ✓retaining fluids, signs: gaining weight rapidly, shortness of breath and/or swelled lower legs ✓problems in your liver, signs: loss of appetite, jaundice, pain in upper stomach, dark urine and/or clay-coloured stools ✓redness on the skin on the arms and/or legs

  4. ✓low count of blood cells, signs: feeling tired, pale skin, coldness in hands & feet, feeling light headed, shortness of breath and/or fever ✓problems in vision ✓severe drowsiness, confusion and/or losing balance ✓experiencing weakness in arms and/or legs ✓a tingly feeling, numbness or a burning sensation on hands and/or feet Docetaxel / Taxotere Injection Price Information The information provided on the page is meant for the purpose of being helpful and educational. It should not be considered as medical advice. Docetaxel, docetaxel side effects, docetaxel dose, docetaxel taxotere, docetaxel mechanism of action, docetaxel brand name, docetaxel cost, docetaxel chemotherapy, docetaxel prostate cancer, docetaxel price, Taxotere Injection Price

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