Taxotere FAQ
What is Taxotere?
It's a drug used to treat cancers of the lungs, stomach, prostate, breast, and head/neck.
Taxotere (MOA) Mechanism of Action
It's thought to have a twofold mechanism of antineoplastic activity: 1. Inhibition of microtubular depolymerization. 2. Attenuation of the effects of bcl-2 and bcl-xL gene expression.
Taxotere Dosage
Its recommended dose is 75 mg/m2 every three weeks for six cycles.
Cost / Price of Taxotere
One milliliter costs about $610.
Taxotere Generic
Its generic name is docetaxel.
Taxotere Side Effects
The most common side effects include:
- toenail or fingernail changes
- loss of appetite
- constipation
- diarrhea
- vomiting
- nausea
- temporary hair loss
- injection site pain or swelling
Taxotere Survival Rate
Median survival was 7.5 months for those taking Taxotere at 75 mg/m2.
