Trastuzumab
Drug Name:
Trastuzumab
Drug Class:
It is a targeted therapy drug
Available under the brand name: Herceptin
What Is It Prescribed For?
- •For the treatment of cancers that have shown Her-2 receptor-positive (HER 2 is a protein that promotes the growth of cancer cells).
- •Her-2 positive breast cancer in neoadjuvant, adjuvant & metastatic settings
- •Her-2 positive metastatic stomach cancer
How Is It Given?
It is given as an infusion into a vein over 30 min, once every 1 – 3 weeks depending on the regime.
What Are Common Side Effects?
You may face some of these side effects:
- •Fever
- •Chills
- •Redness and rashes of the skin
- •Tiredness
- •Headache
- •Weight loss
- •Nausea
- •Difficulty in sleeping
- •Congestive heart failure
- •Diarrhea
- •Cough
- •Upper respiratory tract infections
- •Low blood count
Your doctor can prescribe medication to control these side effects. Trastuzumab may also cause other side effects. If you face any unusual or serious problems, inform your doctor immediately.
Who Should Avoid Taking This Drug?
None
Purchase Options
You can purchase this medicine from authorized pharmacies. Always ensure you have a valid prescription from your healthcare provider.