Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection
Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is used to treat breast cancer. It works by killing the cancer cells and also prevents their further growth.Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor. 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.Hair loss, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, and arthralgia are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with the heart, liver, and kidney.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.There is a Patient Support Program / Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
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Quick Summary
Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is used to treat breast cancer. It works by killing the cancer cells and also prevents their further growth.Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is given as an injection into veins under the supervision of a doctor. 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.Hair loss, diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, and arthralgia are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with the heart, liver, and kidney.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.There is a Patient Support Program / Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
Benefits of Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection
Breast cancer
In Breast cancer : Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is used to treat breast cancer when other medicines have failed to show significant improvement. It helps to stop cancer growth and further spread and relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipple or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. This medicine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. Follow your doctor�s instructions carefully to get the most benefit.
Side Effects of Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection
Side effects of Phesgo Solution for Injection The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you�re worried about them Common side effects of Phesgo Hair loss Nausea Diarrhea Joint pain Fatigue
Directions for Use
How to use Phesgo Solution for Injection Your doctor or nurse will guide you how to use this medicine.
How it works
How Phesgo Solution for Injection works Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is a combination of two anticancer medicines. Pertuzumab recognizes and attaches to a protein called human epidermal growth factor 2 (HER2). HER2 is abundantly present on the surface of some cancer cells where it stimulates their growth. When pertuzumab attaches to the HER2 cancer cells, it may slow or stop the cancer cells from growing, or may kill them. Trastuzumab binds to HER2 and stops the growth of cancer cells and causes them to die.
Alcohol
Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.
Pregnancy
Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for 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. Doctor consultation is advised.
Breast feeding
Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for 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
Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.It may cause dizziness, chills, fever, or injection or allergic reactions in some people. Do not drive or use machines until these symptoms disappear.
Kidney
Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is recommended.
Liver
There is limited information available on the use of Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
What If You Forget to take Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection?
If a dose of Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection is missed, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Quick Tips for Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection
Do not receive any kind of immunization or vaccination without your doctor�s approval while taking Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection. Use contraceptives, and do not conceive a child (get pregnant) while taking Phesgo 600mg/600mg Solution for Injection. Barrier methods of contraception, such as condoms, are recommended. Drink at least two to three quarts of fluid every 24 hours, unless you are instructed otherwise. You may be at risk of infection so try to avoid crowds or people with colds, and report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your health care provider. To reduce nausea, take anti-nausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals. Take anti-diarrhea medication as prescribed by your doctor and eat foods that may help control diarrhea. Avoid sun exposure. Wear SPF 15 (or higher) sunblock and protective clothing.
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