Introduction of Herticad 440 mg Injection

• Herticad 440 mg Injection is used in the treatment of metastatic breast cancer and metastatic gastric cancer. Herticad 440 mg is a monoclonal antibody. It interferes with the HER2/neu receptor. It works by targeting certain tumour cells and stopping their growth and reproduction.

  Herticad 440 mg Injection can cause some common side effects such as fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness or shortness of breath. These reactions are usually mild to moderate in severity, but in some cases, they may be more severe. This medicine can reduce the number of blood cells in your blood (decrease the number of red blood cells and white blood cells), making you more susceptible to infection. You will need regular blood tests to check your blood cell counts as well as heart, liver, and uric acid levels in your blood. If you experience breathlessness, coughing, chills, or swelling of the legs or arms, you must tell your doctor.

  Before taking Herticad 440 mg, tell your doctor about all your past and present medical conditions, such as if you have any liver or kidney disease, breathing problems, heart problems and so on. This medicine may interact with, or have an effect on, many other medicines. You should therefore tell your doctor or health care professional about all the medicines you are taking. This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy or while you are breastfeeding. To avoid pregnancy it is important for both men and women to use effective contraception during treatment

  Herticad Injection is given by injection and is administered by a qualified healthcare professional. The dose you need and how often you need to take it will be decided by your doctor. This depends on what you are being treated for and may change occasionally. You should take this medicine exactly as your doctor or health care professional advises. If you take it in the wrong way, or if you take too much, you may get very serious side effects. You should not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to. It may take several weeks or months before you see or feel the benefits of this medicine.

Uses of Herticad 440 mg Injection

• Stomach cancer: Herticad 440 mg Injection is used to prevent stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, which is a type of cancer that starts in the lining of the stomach. Symptoms of stomach cancer can include abdominal pain, weight loss, nausea, vomiting and difficulty swallowing.
  
  Breast cancer: Herticad Injection is used to prevent breast cancer, a type of cancer that develops in the cells of the breast. Symptoms of breast cancer include the presence of a lump in the breast that feels different from the rest of the breast tissue, changes in the size, shape or appearance of the breast, inverted, painful or enlarged nipples, nipple discharge or bleeding.
  

Benefits of Herticad 440 mg Injection

• Breast cancer: Herticad 440 mg Injection is used for the treatment of breast cancer when there has been no significant improvement with other medicines. It helps stop the growth and spread of the cancer, and relieves symptoms of breast cancer, such as lumps in the breast, nipple discharge, or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. A doctor or nurse will give this medicine by injection. To get the most benefit, follow your doctor's instructions carefully.

  Stomach cancer: Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, can occur in the inner lining (called the lining) of the stomach or in the walls of the stomach. There are different types of stomach cancer depending on where it starts, the area affected and the severity of the cancer. Herticad 440 mg helps kill cancer cells and stop them from growing and spreading. To get the most benefit, follow your doctor's instructions carefully.

Side Effects of Herticad 440 mg Injection

• ​​​​​Like all medicines, Herticad 440 mg Injection may cause side effects that do not require medical attention and which will disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Tell your doctor if they persist or if you're worried about them.​
  

Most Common Side Effects of Herticad 440 mg Injection

• • Infection
  • Fever
  • Weight Loss
  • Appetite Loss
  • Skin Rashes
  • Constipation
  • Reduce in Blood Count
  • Heartburn
  • Runny Nose
  • Hair Loss
  • Muscle and Joint Pain

Common Side Effects of Herticad 440 mg Injection

• • congestive heart failure
  • Lung problems
  • trouble in breathing
  • fluid in the lungs

How to Use Herticad 440 mg Injection?

• Herticad Injection is an intravenous infusion, administered under the supervision of your doctor or a nurse in a hospital. Self-administration is not recommended to the patient.​

How Herticad 440 mg Injection Works?

• ​Herticad 440 mg Injection is a monoclonal antibody. It blocks the human epidermal growth factor receptor protein receptors that promote the growth of cancer cells. It works by killing the cells and stopping them from growing any further.​
  

Safety Advices Herticad 440 mg Injection

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

It is not recommended to breastfeed while taking Herticad 440 Injection. Herticad 440 mg may pass into breast milk and harm the infant. If you are breastfeeding and taking Herticad 440 mg Injection, it is important to talk to your doctor about the possible risks and benefits of continuing to breastfeed. Your doctor will be able to help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health.

Driving

Unsafe

Herticad 440 mg may cause dizziness, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating and coordinating, which may affect your ability to drive a vehicle safely. It is important to follow your doctor's instructions and take necessary precautions such as avoiding driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you suffer from the side effects of this Herticad 440 Injection.

Alcohol

Unsafe

Drinking alcohol while taking Herticad 440 Injection is generally not recommended. It may increase the risk of liver damage. It is best to avoid alcohol or limit your alcohol intake while taking any medication.

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Use of Herticad 440 mg Injection may be unsafe during pregnancy as animal studies indicate that it may harm the developing foetus. However, if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, it is important to talk to your doctor about the potential risks and benefits of taking Herticad Injection during pregnancy. Your doctor will be able to help you make the best decision for you and your baby's health.

Liver

Use with Caution

Herticad Injection is safe for use in patients with mild to moderate liver disease, no dose adjustment of Herticad 440 mg Injection is recommended. The use of Herticad 440 mg Injection is not recommended for severe liver disease patients. It is important to discuss all of your medical conditions and medications with your doctor to ensure that the treatment plan is safe and effective for you.

Kidney

Safe

It is safe to use Herticad Injection in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Herticad 440 mg Injection is recommended. If you experience any side effects, please consult your doctor.