Taxotere (Docetaxel for Injection) Drug Center: Guide to Drug Information for Professionals, Patients and Caregivers at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Taxotere Drug Center

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

Prescribing Information

For Patients

Taxotere (docetaxel) Injection Concentrate, Intravenous Infusion (IV) is used to treat breast cancer, lung cancer, prostate cancer, stomach cancer, and head/neck cancer. It is an antineoplastic agent. Common side effects include pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site. Nausea or diarrhea may also occur.

The dosage and treatment regiment with Taxotere varies and depends upon the condition being treated and the patient response. It is often administered with other chemotherapy drugs. It is given only under a physician's supervision. Do not receive "live" vaccines during treatment with Taxotere. Other drugs may interact with Taxotere. Tell your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements you use. Taxotere should not be used during pregnancy as it can cause harm to a fetus. It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Our Taxotere (docetaxel) Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Taxotere Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Taxotere Patient Information: Side Effects

Some people receiving a docetaxel injection have had a reaction to the infusion (when the medicine is injected into the vein). Tell your caregiver right away if you feel dizzy, light-headed, warm, or itchy, or if you have chest tightness or trouble breathing during the injection.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness;

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What is Taxotere Patient Information?

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Taxotere Consumer Information: Uses

Ceftaroline is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. This medication is known as a cephalosporin antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection into a vein as directed by your doctor, usually every 12 hours. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.

If you are using this medication at home, learn all preparation and usage instructions from your health care professional. Before using, check the product visually for particles or disco...

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