ES Doce
ES Doce Products are primarily used for
About ES Doce Products
Uses of ES Doce Products
Docetaxel is used in the treatment of breast cancer and non-small cell lung cancer.
ES Doce Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of ES Doce are Infection, Decreased blood cell count, Neuropathy, Difficulty in swallowing, Breathing difficulty, Constipation, Loss of appetite, Nail disorder, Fluid retention, Weakness.
How ES Doce Products work
Docetaxel 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.
Patient Concerns about ES Doce Products
Frequently asked questions about ES Doce Products
Frequently asked questions about Docetaxel
Q. Does ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack cause weight gain?
Yes, ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack may cause weight gain. It may occur due to fluid retention which may initially make your feet swell and then gradually it will spread to the whole body. Call your doctor immediately if you notice swelling of feet.
Q. How long do I have to take ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack?
You should continue to take ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack as long as your doctor advises you. The duration of treatment varies with the type of cancer you have and other factors like your response to treatment. You should usually receive your infusion once every 3 weeks.
Q. Can I drink alcohol while on ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack?
ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack injection contains alcohol because of which you may experience confusion, stumbling, becoming very sleepy, or feeling like you are drunk. This may impair your ability to drive or use machinery right after receiving it. Hence, you should avoid alcohol during ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack therapy, as it may affect you adversely.
Q. What is ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack used for?
ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack is commonly used for breast cancer, certain types of lung cancer, prostate, stomach, and head and neck cancers. It works by restricting cells from growing and multiplying.
Q. Is ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack available in pill form?
No, ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack injection comes as a liquid to be given intravenously (into a vein) by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic. It is usually given over 1 hour once every 3 weeks.
Q. What blood tests are required before administration of ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack?
Your doctor will ask you to get blood tests every time you have a scheduled dose of ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack. You may be asked to have blood tests, such as hemogram and liver function tests, to ensure that you have enough blood cells and that your liver is functioning well enough to receive ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack. In case of white blood cells disturbances, you may experience associated fever or infections.
Q. Is hair loss caused by ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack irreversible?
Hair loss is a common side effect of ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack. Normal hair growth may resume after stopping ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack. However, in some cases there is permanent hair loss. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding hair loss.
Q. Why is dexamethasone used with ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack?
ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack may cause fluid retention (swelling in the hands, feet, ankles and legs) as well as severe hypersensitivity reactions. To control such possibilities from occurring all patients are given corticosteroids (dexamethasone) for 3 days starting 1 day prior to ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack administration. In case of prostate cancer (metastatic castration-resistant), the recommended regimen is oral dexamethasone given at 12 hours, 3 hours, and 1 hour before the ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack infusion.
Q. What type of drug is ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack?
ES Doce 80 Injection Combipack belongs to the group of anti-cancer medicines called taxoids. It works by stopping the growth and spread of cancer cells.
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