Information about Trastuzumab
Generic Name : TrastuzumabUp-to-date prescription details regarding Trastuzumab are provided here.
Pronunciation : tras too' zoo mab
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Trastuzumab, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Therapeutic Classification : Immunological Agents
Trade Names/Brand Names of Trastuzumab
International :
Herceptin
Why is Trastuzumab Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a monoclonal antibody, prescribed for breast cancer either alone or in combination with other medications. It kills cancer cells.When should Trastuzumab not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Trastuzumab?
Dose of trastuzumab varies according to different regimens used to treat cancer.How should Trastuzumab be taken?
It comes as a solution for injection administered by healthcare providers, once every 3 weeks or once a week along with other chemotherapy medications, and then once every 3 weeks after treatment.What are the warnings and precautions for Trastuzumab?
•Caution should be exercised in elderly patients, and children.• It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Do not change the dose without consulting with your doctor.
What are the side effects of Trastuzumab?
Heart- Heart failure, decreased ejection fraction, high blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythms, palpitations.Central Nervous System- Lack of energy, headache, sleeplessness, dizziness, tingling, depression, problem with the nerves that carry information to and from the brain and spinal cord, damage to nerves.
Skin- Rash, acne, nail disorder, itching.
Eye and ENT- Runny nose, inflammation of pharynx, nose bleed, pharynx and larynx pain.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, constipation.
Genitourinary- Urinary tract infection, amniotic fluid deficiency, disease of the renal glomeruli.
Blood- Decrease in hemoglobin level, and white blood cells.
Hypersensitivity- Allergic reaction.
Musculoskeletal- Back pain, joint pain, bone pain, muscle pain, muscle spasm.
Respiratory- Cough, difficulty in breathing, sinusitis, upper respiratory infection.
Miscellaneous- Pain, chills and fever, infection, flu syndrome, accidental injury, increase in body temperature, influenza, herpes simplex, infusion reaction, swelling of tissues.
