Docetaxel : How to Use

Docetaxel - Systemic

Brand Names

Taxotere Docetaxel *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects *** Additional Information

How to Use

This drug often causes nausea and vomiting, which is usually mild. However, it is very important that you continue to receive the drug even if you begin to feel ill. Ask your health care professional for ways to lessen these effects.

Your family doctor may direct you to take a corticosteroid drug such as dexamethasone - Decadron, starting the day before you receive an injection of docetaxel and continuing for a few days after a docetaxel treat. This other drug decreases the risk of an allergy to docetaxel and certain other side effects The best for you that you take each dose of the corticosteroid drug as directed .

Dosage

The dose of docetaxel will be various for various diseaseds. The dose that is using may depend on a number of things, including what the drug is being using for, the patient's size and whether or not other medication are also being taken If you are receiving docetaxel at home, follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . If you have any questions about the proper dose of docetaxel, ask your family doctor.