ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE
About ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE
ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE is an anti-cancer medicine used in the treatment of Breast cancer. The abnormal growth of cancer (malignant) cells in the breast is known as breast cancer. ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE is used for treating patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer who have received prior treatment with trastuzumab and a taxane, separately or in combination.
ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE contains Ado-Trastuzumab Emtansine as an active ingredient, which belongs to the class of antibody-drug conjugates. It works by inhibiting the abnormal growth of cancer cells and, finally, causes the initiation of apoptosis.
ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE may cause certain side effects such as dry eyes, blurred vision, abdominal pain, dry mouth, chills, constipation, fatigue, nausea, rash, musculoskeletal pain, dizziness, headache, vomiting, cough, myalgia, and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, please consult your doctor. ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE will be administered by a trained healthcare doctor. Hence, do not self-administer.
ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE should be avoided if you are allergic to it or any other components of this medicine. Before starting the treatment, let your doctor know about your complete medical history and medication history, including vitamin and herbal supplements. Inform your doctor if you have any cardiovascular conditions, lung problems, or liver/kidney disease, as it can cause adverse effects. ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE is known to cause embryo-fetal toxicity. Hence, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor beforehand. ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE is not recommended for use in children as the safety and efficacy are not established.
Uses of ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE
Medicinal Benefits
ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE contains Ado-Trastuzumab Emtansine as an active ingredient used for treating patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer who have received prior treatment. This medicine works by inhibiting the excess production of a human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) protein in the mammalian cells. This causes inhibition of the cancer cell growth and, finally, initiation of apoptosis.
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Side Effects of ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Myalgia
- Dry eyes
- Musculoskeletal pain
- Weakness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Injection site reactions
- Pain at the site of injection
- Dizziness
- Low platelet count
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Breast Cancer: Breast cancer is a type of cancer with abnormal growth in the cells of the breast. There are different kinds of breast cancer, such as cancer occurring in lobules (glands that produce milk), ducts of the breast (the pathway that brings milk from glands to the nipple), and in the fatty tissue or the fibrous connective tissue within the breast. Symptoms of breast cancer include a lump in the breast, breast pain, redness, swelling, nipple discharge other than breast milk, bloody discharge, a lump or swelling under the arm, unexplained change in shape, size or appearance of the breast, peeling, flaking or scaling of the skin.
FAQs
ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE contains Ado-Trastuzumab, which works by inhibiting the excess production of a protein called human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2) in mammalian cells. This causes inhibition of the cancer cell growth.
Inform your doctor whether you have received any other breast cancer treatment. ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE may decrease left ventricular ejection fraction, hypersensitivity reactions, hepatotoxicity, liver failure, neurotoxicity, pulmonary toxicity, and embryo-fetal toxicity during the treatment. Hence, inform your oncologist if you have any cardiovascular conditions, liver/kidney disease, lung problems, are pregnant, are planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding before receiving ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINE.
