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Can taxol (paclitaxel) cause diarrhea?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Taxol (paclitaxel): Yes, diarrhea can be a side effect of taxol (paclitaxel).

Answered 5/9/2015

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Dr. Charles Turck answered

Specializes in Pharmacology

Yes, it can: Diarrhea is one of the common side effects of paclitaxel. While common, it’s recommended that you contact your healthcare team if you have more than 4 - 6 episodes in a 24 hour period (unless your healthcare team gave you different instructions).

Answered 6/11/2017

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