ingredientTrastuzumab 150mg
substitutesHerclon 150mg 1s, Herceptin 150mg 1s (RU), 1 Vial in a box
Shipping classCold chain shipment
Medicine Overview by Anukar Pharmacy
( Herceptin 150mg 1s )
TreatmentHERCEPTIN INFUSION is used in the treatment of breast cancer and stomach cancer.
Side EffectsNausea, Headache, Rash, Low blood platelets, Congestive cardiac failure, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Infection, Upper respiratory tract infection, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages),Fatigue, Fever, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Chills, Diarrhoea, Cough, Weight loss ,Taste change, Mucosal inflammation, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Method of UseYour doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How WorksHERCEPTIN INFUSION is a monoclonal antibody specifically designed to target HER2 receptors on breast cancer and stomach cancer cells. It flags the cancer cells for destruction by the body??s immune system.
More Info by Anukar Pharmacy
( Herceptin 150mg 1s )
Suggestions
- Take extreme care while taking trastuzumab as it can cause heart failure, especially if you have heart disease or if you are also receiving certain other cancer medicines.
- You may need to undergo biopsy test during trastuzumab treatment to check the effect of trastuzumab.
- Do not drive or operate machinery as trastuzumab may cause fever or chills.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding
Warning by Anukar Pharmacy
( Herceptin 150mg 1s )
Special precautions for ( Herceptin 150mg 1s ) Heads up
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Alcohol
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Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor. | |
Pregnancy
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WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS | HERCEPTIN INFUSION is unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor. |
Lactation
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caution | HERCEPTIN INFUSION is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby. |
Driving
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It is not known whether HERCEPTIN INFUSION alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. | |
Kidney
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HERCEPTIN INFUSION is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of HERCEPTIN INFUSION may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. | |
Liver
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There is limited information available on the use of HERCEPTIN INFUSION in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
Suggestion by Anukar Pharmacy on missing a dose
( Herceptin 150mg 1s )
If you miss a dose of HERCEPTIN INFUSION, please consult your doctor.
Disclaimer
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