IV Docetaxel Can Induce Alcohol Intoxication

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Date

2014-10

Department

Sandra R. Berman School of Nursing and Health Professions

Program

Nursing

Citation of Original Publication

Aschenbrenner, D. S. (2014). IV docetaxel can induce alcohol intoxication. AJN American Journal of Nursing, 114(10), 23. doi:10.1097/01.NAJ.0000454845.27856.69

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Abstract

Docetaxel, a commonly used IV chemotherapeutic agent, can produce alcohol intoxication. Alcohol is used to dissolve the active ingredients so that the drug can be given intravenously. The amount of alcohol in each dose varies according to the manufacturer. Selection of a preparation with lower alcohol content is advisable for certain patients.