Uses of Docetaxel Injections, Side Effects and Precautions
Docetaxel is a drug belongs to plant alkaloids category of anticancer drugs. Thismedicine is indicated in the treatment of various types of cancer like metastatic prostate cancer, neck cancer, lungs cancer, stomach cancer, breast cancer, head cancer, ovarian cancer, bladder cancer, melanoma, pancreatic cancer etc. Mechanism of action of Docetaxel Docetaxel targets the cancerous cells and inhibit their growth and stop them from multiplying themselves rapidly. Side effects of Docetaxel Docetaxel Injections medication having some side effects also, but not all people will get them. These side effects are: Nausea, vomiting, low blood counts (WBC & RBC), diarrhea, soreness of mouth, loss of hairs, fatigue, tiredness, weakness, Infections, colour change of nails, pain in muscles, pain in joints, pain in bones, decreased platelet count, skin allergies like red patches on skin, itching, swelling, rashes etc., black stool, painful micturition, weight gain, difficulty