Hervycta 440 + Injection
Manufacturer:
dr reddy's laboratories ltd
Salt Composition: Trastuzumab (440mg)
Action Class: Anti-HER2 Monoclonal Antibody
Uses
Breast cancer
Stomach cancer
Stomach cancer
Product Highlights
- 100% Genuine product
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- SKU: hervycta-440-injection-538053
₹45,946
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MRP ₹57,440
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Product Description
Hervycta 440 + Injection is used in the treatment of breast and stomach cancer. It works by killing the cancer cells by inhibiting HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor protein). Hervycta 440 + Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, headache, rash, insomnia, and infection. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels. You must have to inform your doctor if you experience breathlessness, cough, shivering, swelling of legs and arm.Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Key Benefits
In Breast cancerBreast cancer occurs when cells in the breast grow uncontrollably, often forming a lump or mass. Hervycta 440 + Injection helps to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells. It may also help shrink the tumor and prevent the cancer from coming back. It improves treatment outcomes, offers patients a better chance of recovery, reduces the risk of relapse, and brings hope for a longer and healthier life.In Stomach cancerStomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, can cause symptoms like indigestion, weight loss, and stomach pain. Hervycta 440 + Injection helps to slow tumor growth and improve the effect of other cancer treatments. This targeted approach enhances treatment success, helps control the disease more effectively, and can extend survival, allowing patients to maintain a better quality of life.show moreshow less
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Chills
Common cold
Cough
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Heart failure
Infection
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Mucosal inflammation
Nausea
Rash
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Taste change
Upper respiratory tract infection
Weight loss
Common Side Effects :
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Chills
Common cold
Cough
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Fever
Headache
Heart failure
Infection
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Mucosal inflammation
Nausea
Rash
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Taste change
Upper respiratory tract infection
Weight loss
How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How It Works
Hervycta 440 + Injection is a recombinant IgG1 monoclonal antibody. It works against the HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor protein) receptors which are responsible for the over-proliferation of cancer cells in breast cancer and stomach cancer cells. It destroys the cancer cells by inhibiting HER2. It also inhibits various cancer-causing downstream signaling pathways.
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Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
Hervycta 440 + Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy:
Hervycta 440 + Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Hervycta 440 + Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
It is not known whether Hervycta 440 + Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:
Hervycta 440 + Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Hervycta 440 + Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
There is limited information available on the use of Hervycta 440 + Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Hervycta 440 + Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy:
Hervycta 440 + Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Hervycta 440 + Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
It is not known whether Hervycta 440 + Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:
Hervycta 440 + Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Hervycta 440 + Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
There is limited information available on the use of Hervycta 440 + Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
It is given as an injection into your vein or under the skin, usually over 1 hour.
Use effective contraception method to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine and for 7 months after you stop the treatment.Â
Your doctor will monitor your heart regularly while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms such as breathlessness, cough, shivering, swelling of legs and arm.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Use effective contraception method to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine and for 7 months after you stop the treatment.Â
Your doctor will monitor your heart regularly while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms such as breathlessness, cough, shivering, swelling of legs and arm.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Hervycta 440 + Injection, please consult your doctor.
