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Taxol is a medicine that is used alone or in combination with other drugs to treat various types of cancer. This eMedTV Web page offers a more in-depth look at Taxol, including its specific uses, possible side effects, and dosing information.
Women are generally advised to avoid breastfeeding while taking Taxol. This article from the eMedTV archives offers more information on Taxol and breastfeeding, including a description of the possible risks involved.
Hair loss is one of the most common side effects reported with Taxol. This eMedTV article offers more information on Taxol and hair loss, including an explanation of when hair loss usually starts and suggestions on what to do if hair loss occurs.
Taxol is potentially dangerous for pregnant women to use. This page on the eMedTV Web site further discusses Taxol and pregnancy, including information on the side effects that have been seen in pregnant animals exposed to the drug.
Taxol Chemotherapy Cancer Treatment
The Taxol dose your doctor prescribes will depend on the type of cancer you have and your height and weight. This eMedTV Web page offers other information on Taxol dosing, including a list of other factors that will help determine your dosage.
Protease inhibitors, certain antibiotics, and "live" vaccinations may cause Taxol drug interactions. This eMedTV page lists other medicines that may interact with Taxol and describes the potentially negative problems that may occur as a result.
The most common Taxol side effects seen in clinical trials include hair loss, diarrhea, and leukopenia. This eMedTV resource lists other possible side effects seen with the drug, including rare but serious side effects that may occur.
Taxol is used for treating various types of cancer, including breast, lung, and ovarian cancer. This eMedTV segment describes how the medication works, lists possible "off-label" Taxol uses, and explains whether the drug can be used in children.
Taxol Warnings and Precautions
Taxol can potentially cause life-threatening allergic reactions. This eMedTV article explains how to prevent these allergic reactions and lists other Taxol warnings and precautions, including information on who should not take the medication.
Taxotere is a drug that is approved to treat breast cancer, prostate cancer, and other types of cancer. This eMedTV article offers a more in-depth look at Taxotere and its specific uses, side effects, and information on how the medication is given.
This eMedTV resource explains that it is typically not recommended to breastfeed while taking Taxotere because it is not known if the drug passes through breast milk. This page describes what to do if you are taking Taxotere and breastfeeding.
Hair loss is one of the most common side effects of Taxotere. This portion of the eMedTV archives offers more information on Taxotere and hair loss, including an explanation of when hair loss usually starts and some tips for dealing with hair loss.
Taxotere is potentially dangerous for pregnant women to use. This part of the eMedTV library discusses the results of animal studies involving Taxotere and pregnancy, explaining how the drug caused miscarriages when given to pregnant rats and rabbits.
The Taxotere dose your physician prescribes will depend on several factors, such as your height and weight. This eMedTV resource describes these factors in more detail and provides information on when and how you will receive the Taxotere dosage.
Certain antibiotics, "live" vaccines, and some seizure medicines may cause Taxotere drug interactions. This eMedTV article lists other medications that may cause Taxotere interactions and describes the problems that these interactions can cause.
A few of the most common Taxotere side effects include hair loss, anemia, and low white blood cells. This eMedTV Web page lists other possible side effects of Taxotere, including the more serious ones that may require immediate medical attention.
Taxotere is used for treating various types of cancer, including breast, lung, and prostate cancer. This eMedTV page describes how the medication works to stop cancer cells from growing and multiplying, and lists possible "off-label" Taxotere uses.
Taxotere Warnings and Precautions
Taxotere can potentially cause anemia, nerve problems, and other serious conditions. This selection on the eMedTV Web site explains other Taxotere warnings and precautions, including information on who should not take the medication.
Tamoxifen, as this eMedTV Web page explains, has been approved to treat and prevent specific types of breast cancer. Dosing information and a few side effects seen with the drug are also described. Tomoxifen is a common misspelling of tamoxifen.
Tykerb is a drug that is used to treat metastatic breast cancer that has not responded to other treatments. This eMedTV article briefly explains how the drug works and lists possible side effects. Tycerb is a common misspelling of Tykerb.
Tykerb is a drug licensed to treat metastatic breast cancer that has not responded to other treatments. This eMedTV page describes the effects of Tykerb, explains what to know before taking the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.
In general, women are advised to stop breastfeeding if they are taking Tykerb. This eMedTV Web page discusses Tykerb and breastfeeding in more detail and explains the potential side effects or complications that may occur in the nursing infant.
Insomnia is a side effect that may occur with the use of Tykerb. This page of the eMedTV Web site further discusses the link between Tykerb and insomnia, explains how common the side effect is, and lists suggestions for improving sleep habits.
Taking Tykerb during pregnancy could be harmful to the unborn child. This section of the eMedTV library offers more information on Tykerb and pregnancy, and explains what complications may occur when a pregnant women takes the medicine.
The recommended Tykerb dosage for the treatment of breast cancer is 1250 mg a day. This article from the eMedTV Web site offers more detailed Tykerb dosing guidelines and provides suggestions for how and when to take the medication.
Medicines that may cause Tykerb drug interactions include nicardipine, repaglinide, and nefazodone. As this eMedTV article explains, these interactions can increase your risk of heart failure or an irregular heart rhythm called QT prolongation.
If you take too much Tykerb, overdose symptoms may occur, such as vomiting or diarrhea. As this eMedTV article explains, the most appropriate treatment for a Tykerb overdose is not known, but supportive care may be the best option.
Common Tykerb side effects may include mouth sores, anemia, and nausea or vomiting. This eMedTV segment lists the most common side effects of the drug and also includes a list of potentially serious side effects that should be reported to a doctor.
Tykerb is used for treating metastatic breast cancer in people who have not responded to other treatments. This eMedTV resource describes how the medication works and explains whether there are any off-label Tykerb uses.
Tykerb Warnings and Precautions
Tykerb can increase your risk of a life-threatening irregular heart rhythm called QT prolongation. This eMedTV article contains other Tykerb warnings and precautions, and offers information on who should not take the cancer medication.