Vivitra 150mg Injection

Short Description

Vivitra 150mg Injection is used in the treatment of breast and stomach cancer by inhibiting HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor protein).

Dosage Form

Injection

Introduction

Vivitra 150mg Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide the necessary dose and frequency based on your condition. Taking it incorrectly or in excess can cause serious side effects. It may take weeks or months to see benefits, but do not stop unless advised by your doctor. Common side effects include nausea, headache, rash, insomnia, and infection. This medicine may reduce blood cell counts, increasing infection risk. Regular blood tests are required to monitor blood cells, heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels. Inform your doctor if you experience breathlessness, cough, shivering, or swelling of legs and arms. Many other medicines can interact with this one, so inform your healthcare team of all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and effective contraception is advised during treatment.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Vivitra 150mg Injection is a recombinant IgG1 monoclonal antibody. It works against the HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor protein) receptors responsible for the over-proliferation of cancer cells in breast and stomach cancer. It destroys cancer cells by inhibiting HER2 and various cancer-causing downstream signaling pathways.

It is given as an injection into your vein or under the skin, usually over 1 hour. Use effective contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine and for 7 months after stopping treatment. Your doctor will monitor your heart regularly while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms such as breathlessness, cough, shivering, or swelling of legs and arms. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.