docetaxel

Storing Docetaxel, and how long it keeps

Quoted from this product’s own FDA label. Storage belongs to the product and its device, not to the drug in general — a pen and a tablet of the same medicine are kept completely differently.

• “After first use and following multiple needle entries and product withdrawals, Docetaxel Injection multiple-dose vials are stable for up to 28 days when stored between 2°C and 8°C (36°F and 46°F) and protected from light.”
• “Stability Docetaxel Injection final dilution for infusion, if stored between 2°C and 25°C (36°F and 77°F), is stable for 4 hours.”
• “Sodium Chloride solution or 5% Dextrose solution) should be used within 4 hours (including the 1 hour intravenous administration).”
• “Stability Docetaxel Injection infusion solution, if stored between 2°C and 25°C (36°F and 77°F) is stable for 4 hours in either 0.”
• “Use within 4 hours including storage and administration.”
• “After first use and following multiple needle entries and product withdrawals, docetaxel injection multiple-dose vials are stable for up to 28 days when stored between 2°C and 8°C (36°F and 46°F) and protected from light.”
• “Stability Docetaxel injection final dilution for infusion, if stored between 2°C and 25°C (36°F and 77°F), is stable for 4 hours.”
• “After first use and following multiple needle entries and product withdrawals, docetaxel injection multiple-dose vials are stable for up to 28 days when stored between 2° and 8°C (36° and 46°F) and protected from light.”
• “Stability Docetaxel injection final dilution for infusion, if stored between 2° and 25°C (36° and 77°F), is stable for 4 hours.”
• “Stability Docetaxel Injection final dilution for infusion, if stored between 2°C and 25°C (36°F and 77°F) is stable for 6 hours.”
• “Sodium Chloride solution or 5% Dextrose solution) should be used within 6 hours (including the 1 hour intravenous administration).”
• “After first use and following multiple needle entries and product withdrawals, Docetaxel Injection, USP multiple-dose vials are stable for up to 28 days when stored between 2° and 8°C (36° and 46°F) and protected from light.”

Frequently asked questions

What does Docetaxel treat?

Docetaxel (Docetaxel) may be used to treat breast neoplasms, non-small-cell lung carcinoma, head and neck neoplasms, melanoma, ovarian neoplasms, pancreatic neoplasms, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How is Docetaxel rated?

pharmaranks gives Docetaxel a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

Is there a coupon or discount for Docetaxel?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Docetaxel. To pay less, Docetaxel is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Docetaxel?

Docetaxel is marketed by Ingenus Pharms LLC. You can see Ingenus Pharms LLC's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Docetaxel a brand-name or generic drug?

Docetaxel is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Docetaxel. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.

Is Docetaxel available over the counter?

No. Docetaxel is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Docetaxel come in?

Docetaxel is currently marketed as injectable and solution, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Docetaxel?

Docetaxel is classified as microtubule inhibitor, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Docetaxel FDA-registered?

Docetaxel is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA207563. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Docetaxel been recalled by the FDA?

Docetaxel has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Docetaxel safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Docetaxel a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.