Chemotere
Chemotere Products are primarily used for
Breast cancer, Non-small cell lung cancer, Prostate cancer
About Chemotere Products
Uses of Chemotere Products
Docetaxel is used in the treatment of breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer and cancer of head and neck.
Chemotere Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Chemotere are Nausea, Vomiting, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Hair loss, Diarrhea, Infection, Febrile neutropenia, Fever, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes).
How Chemotere 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 Chemotere Products
Frequently asked questions about Chemotere Products
Frequently asked questions about Docetaxel
Q. Does Chemotere 80mg Injection cause weight gain?
Yes, Chemotere 80mg Injection 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection?
You should continue to take Chemotere 80mg Injection 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection?
Chemotere 80mg Injection 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection therapy, as it may affect you adversely.
Q. What is Chemotere 80mg Injection used for?
Chemotere 80mg Injection 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection available in pill form?
No, Chemotere 80mg Injection 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection?
Your doctor will ask you to get blood tests every time you have a scheduled dose of Chemotere 80mg Injection. 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection. In case of white blood cells disturbances, you may experience associated fever or infections.
Q. Is hair loss caused by Chemotere 80mg Injection irreversible?
Hair loss is a common side effect of Chemotere 80mg Injection. Normal hair growth may resume after stopping Chemotere 80mg Injection. 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection?
Chemotere 80mg Injection 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection 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 Chemotere 80mg Injection infusion.
Q. What type of drug is Chemotere 80mg Injection?
Chemotere 80mg Injection 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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