Docetaxel
Common brand names:
TaxotereDocetaxel is a semisynthetic chemotherapy drug made from an extract of needles of the yew plant. It is used to treat people with some types of late-stage cancer.
Note: Many of the interactions described below, in the text and in the Summary of Interactions, have been reported only for specific chemotherapeutic drugs, and may not apply to other chemotherapeutic drugs. There are many unknowns concerning interactions of nutrients, herbs, and chemotherapy drugs. People receiving chemotherapy who wish to supplement with vitamins, minerals, herbs, or other natural substances should always consult a physician.
Summary of Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, & Foods
 Replenish Depleted Nutrients
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Reduce Side Effects |
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Support Medicine
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 Reduces Effectiveness
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none |
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Potential Negative Interaction
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none |
 Explanation Required
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