Question 1

Does D-Tail 120 Injection cause weight gain?

Accepted Answer

Yes, D-Tail 120 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.

Question 2

How long do I have to take D-Tail 120 Injection?

Accepted Answer

You should continue to take D-Tail 120 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.

Question 3

Can I drink alcohol while on D-Tail 120 Injection?

Accepted Answer

D-Tail 120 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 D-Tail 120 Injection therapy, as it may affect you adversely.

Question 4

What is D-Tail 120 Injection used for?

Accepted Answer

D-Tail 120 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.

Question 5

Is D-Tail 120 Injection available in pill form?

Accepted Answer

No, D-Tail 120 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.

Question 6

What blood tests are required before administration of D-Tail 120 Injection?

Accepted Answer

Your doctor will ask you to get blood tests every time you have a scheduled dose of D-Tail 120 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 D-Tail 120 Injection. In case of white blood cells disturbances, you may experience associated fever or infections.

Question 7

Is hair loss caused by D-Tail 120 Injection irreversible?

Accepted Answer

Hair loss is a common side effect of D-Tail 120 Injection. Normal hair growth may resume after stopping D-Tail 120 Injection. However, in some cases there is permanent hair loss. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding hair loss.

Question 8

Why is dexamethasone used with D-Tail 120 Injection?

Accepted Answer

D-Tail 120 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 D-Tail 120 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 D-Tail 120 Injection infusion.

Question 9

What type of drug is D-Tail 120 Injection?

Accepted Answer

D-Tail 120 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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