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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A patent prevents any generic Taxotere from being manufactured at this time. This eMedTV page explains that May 2010 is the earliest date that a generic Taxotere could become available, unless certain circumstances (such as lawsuits) extend that date.
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