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Taxotere IV

Dosage and Storage


Generic Name: DOCETAXEL - INJECTION
Pronounced: (doh-seh-TAX-ell)

Taxotere IV Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.

Taxotere IV Missed Dose

It is important that you receive docetaxel as scheduled by your doctor. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor immediately to obtain a new dosing schedule.

Taxotere IV Notes

Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., blood cell counts and liver function tests) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details. Keep all scheduled medical appointments.

Taxotere IV Storage

Store at room temperature or refrigerate between 36-77 degrees F (2-25 degrees C) and away from bright light. Once prepared, docetaxel should be given within 4 hours. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.

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