Hair loss, anemia, and low levels of certain white blood cells are the most common side effects experienced by people using Taxotere. Side effects that are less common, but potentially serious, include blood in the stool, severe mouth sores, and severe vomiting or diarrhea. In many cases, the side effects of Taxotere are minor and can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider. However, if you develop any serious Taxotere side effects, be sure to seek medical attention immediately.

• Neutropenia (low levels of a certain type of white blood cell called neutrophils) -- in up to 100 percent of people
• Leukopenia (low levels of another type of white blood cell called leukocytes) -- up to 98.6 percent
• Anemia -- up to 94.6 percent (see Chemotherapy and Anemia)
• Hair loss -- up to 75.8 percent (see Taxotere and Hair Loss)
• Fluid retention -- up to 66.7 percent (see Fluid Retention During Chemotherapy)
• Mouth sores -- up to 66.7 percent (see Mouth and Gum Problems During Chemotherapy)
• Weakness -- up to 66.3 percent
• Nerve pain or unusual burning or tingling sensations -- up to 58.3 percent (see Nerve and Muscle Problems During Chemotherapy).
   

• Low platelets in the blood (see Blood Clotting Problems and Chemotherapy)
• Diarrhea (see Chemotherapy-Induced Diarrhea)
• Nail changes (see Skin and Nail Problems With Chemotherapy)
• Nausea (see Chemotherapy and Nausea)
• Muscle pain
• Vomiting
• Joint pain.