Review the side-effects of Pertuzumab as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Diarrhea, hair loss, decrease in white blood cells, stomach upset, fatigue, rash, damage to the nerves.
General - Fatigue, weakness, swelling in the extremities, fever.
Skin- Hair loss, nail disorder, itching, dry skin.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, constipation, mouth ulcer.
Blood - Anemia.
Central Nervous System - Headache, change in taste, dizziness, and sleeplessness.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain, joint pain.
Infections - Upper respiratory tract infection, nose inflammation.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Metabolic - Decreased appetite.
Eye - Increased tears.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most Common - Diarrhea, hair loss, decrease in white blood cells, stomach upset, fatigue, rash, damage to the nerves.
General - Fatigue, weakness, swelling in the extremities, fever.
Skin- Hair loss, nail disorder, itching, dry skin.
Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, constipation, mouth ulcer.
Blood - Anemia.
Central Nervous System - Headache, change in taste, dizziness, and sleeplessness.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle pain, joint pain.
Infections - Upper respiratory tract infection, nose inflammation.
Respiratory - Difficulty in breathing.
Metabolic - Decreased appetite.
Eye - Increased tears.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Pertuzumab
Pertuzumab(Perjeta) generic is a monoclonal antibody, prescribed for HER2-positive breast cancer (which is more aggressive) either alone or with other medications. It stops cancer cell growth.Brand Names or Trade Names of Pertuzumab
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