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Canmab is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer. Canmab also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Canmab depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Canmab include Insomnia, Infection, Upper respiratory tract infection. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Canmab can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Canmab go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Canmab has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Canmab's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Canmab related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Pneumonitis must refrain from the use of Canmab since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Canmab have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Canmab may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Canmab is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Canmab is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Canmab safe for pregnant women?
Canmab can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Canmab safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Canmab. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Canmab on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Canmab on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Canmab on the Liver?
Canmab is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Canmab on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Canmab. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Canmab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Canmab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Canmab habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Canmab has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Canmab as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Canmab should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Canmab cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Canmab
Taking Canmab with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Canmab
Information about the interaction of Canmab and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Herceptin® (trastuzumab)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 114-116