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Rash Recurrence From Taxotere
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Pronounced: (doh-seh-TAX-ell)
Warning
Docetaxel has caused severe (rarely fatal) allergic reactions and swelling (fluid retention/edema) even with the use of preventive medications. This drug must not be used in patients who have previously had an allergic reaction to it or to other medications containing polysorbate 80.
There is an increased risk of serious (possibly fatal) reactions in patients using docetaxel who have liver problems, patients receiving...
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Source: Breastcancer.org
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Source: Breastcancer.org
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