chemotere 120mg injection - Docetaxel (120mg) medicine

chemotere 120mg injection

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๐Ÿญ Cytogen Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 22, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is chemotere 120mg injection used for?

Adoxi 20mg Injection Combipack (Docetaxel) is used to treat ANTI NEOPLASTICS. It contains Docetaxel (120mg), which Promotes assembly of microtubules and inhibits their disassembly, leading to mit. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Docetaxel
  • Manufacturer: Cytogen Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: D
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? India is the largest provider of generic medicines globally, supplying over 50% of global vaccine demand.

๐Ÿ’Š chemotere 120mg injection Uses & Benefits

Breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer, gastric cancer, head and neck cancer.

Off-label uses: Ovarian cancer, esophageal cancer, bladder cancer.

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Docetaxel
Brand NameAdoxi 20mg Injection Combipack
ManufacturerCytogen Pharmaceuticals India Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action ClassAntimicrotubule agents- Taxanes
Route of AdministrationIntravenous infusion.
StorageStore at 2-8ยฐC; protect from light; do not freeze.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionAdministered intravenously; bioavailability is 100%.
DistributionWidely distributed into body tissues; volume of distribution is large (113 L/mยฒ).
Protein BindingApproximately 94% bound to plasma proteins, primarily alpha1-acid glycoprotein, albumin, and lipopro
MetabolismHepatic metabolism via CYP3A4 isoenzyme to inactive metabolites.
Half-Life11.1 hours (terminal half-life).
ExcretionPrimarily fecal (75%) and renal (6%) as unchanged drug and metabolites.
Bioavailability100% (intravenous).
Onset of ActionRapid; within minutes of infusion.
Peak Plasma TimeImmediately after infusion.
Duration of ActionVariable; depends on cell cycle and tumor type.

How It Works

Promotes assembly of microtubules and inhibits their disassembly, leading to mitotic arrest and cell death.

Mechanism Steps

1Docetaxel binds to beta-tubulin subunit of microtubules.
2Promotes microtubule assembly and stabilizes microtubules.
3Inhibits microtubule disassembly, disrupting mitotic spindle formation.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take chemotere 120mg injection

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of chemotere 120mg injection

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Neutropenia
  • Anemia
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Alopecia
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Fatigue
  • Peripheral neuropathy
  • Myalgia

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Severe neutropenia with fever
  • Hypersensitivity reactions
  • Fluid retention
  • Cardiotoxicity
  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Severe diarrhea
  • Interstitial pneumonitis

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Acute myeloid leukemia
  • Severe skin reactions
  • Capillary leak syndrome
  • Pulmonary fibrosis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Ketoconazole Major Increased docetaxel toxicity
Rifampin Major Decreased docetaxel efficacy
Warfarin Major Increased bleeding risk
Clopidogrel Moderate Increased bleeding risk
Cisplatin Moderate Increased neuropathy risk
Doxorubicin Moderate Increased cardiotoxicity risk
Dexamethasone Minor Reduced docetaxel clearance
Diphenhydramine Minor Reduced docetaxel clearance
Grapefruit juice Minor Increased docetaxel exposure

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, ritonavir)
  • CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, carbamazepine)
  • Warfarin

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Clopidogrel
  • Cisplatin
  • Doxorubicin

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Dexamethasone
  • Diphenhydramine

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Grapefruit juice (may increase exposure)

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Avoid alcohol; may increase hepatotoxicity risk.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to docetaxel or polysorbate 80; severe hepatic impairment; neutropenia (<1500 cells/mmยณ); pregnancy.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Complete blood count, liver function tests, renal function, vital signs, infusion reactions.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Contraindicated; excreted in breast milk.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; monitor for myelosuppression, mucositis, and neuropathy.

โฐ Missed Dose

Do not double dose; contact physician for rescheduling.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

โญ User Reviews

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

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