Docetaxel is a medicine prescribed for treating various cancers, such as lung, breast, and prostate cancer. This eMedTV segment describes this drug's uses in more detail, explains how it works, and provides general dosing guidelines.
Hair loss, anemia, and low white blood cells are among the common side effects of docetaxel. This portion of the eMedTV archives explains other common side effects, as well as more serious side effects requiring immediate medical attention.
Docetaxel is prescribed for treating various types of cancer, including breast cancer and prostate cancer. This eMedTV resource further explains docetaxel uses in more detail and highlights some off-label uses of the medication.
This eMedTV Web page explains that the docetaxel dosing guidelines will vary for each person, depending on things such as your weight and the type of cancer you have. This article also provides some suggestions for receiving your docetaxel infusion.
Medicines that may cause drug interactions with docetaxel include "live vaccinations" and some antibiotics. This eMedTV resource lists other medicines that may lead to drug interactions with docetaxel and describes the side effects that may occur.
Patients taking docetaxel should be aware that the drug can cause fluid retention or nerve problems. This eMedTV article lists other important precautions and warnings with docetaxel and explains why the medication is not suitable for some people.
