Pertuzumab

INFORMATION ABOUT PERTUZUMAB

Pertuzumab Uses

Pertuzumab is used in the treatment of metastatic breast cancer and breast cancer.

How Pertuzumab works

Pertuzumab is a monoclonal antibody designed to recognize and attach to specific proteins on the surface of cancer cells. Pertuzumab gets attached to human epidermal growth factor receptor 2( HER2) and may kill or stop the growth of cancer cells.

Common side effects of Pertuzumab

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

Cough, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Fatigue, Feeling sick, Stomach inflammation, Hair loss, Heartburn, Muscle pain, Rash, Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets), Breathlessness

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28 Mar 2025 | 05:57 AM (UTC)

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