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Hertraz is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Breast Cancer. Other than this, Hertraz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Hertraz. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Hertraz include Insomnia, Infection, Upper respiratory tract infection. While these are the most often observed Hertraz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Hertraz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Hertraz's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Hertraz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hertraz related warnings section.
Hertraz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Hertraz in conditions like Asthma, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), Pneumonitis. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Hertraz contraindications section.
Additionally, Hertraz may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Hertraz is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Hertraz 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Hertraz safe for pregnant women?
Hertraz should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Hertraz safe during breastfeeding?
Hertraz may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Hertraz on the Kidneys?
Hertraz is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Hertraz on the Liver?
Hertraz does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Hertraz on the Heart?
Hertraz may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Hertraz 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 Hertraz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hertraz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Hertraz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Hertraz you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Hertraz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Hertraz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Hertraz
You can take Hertraz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hertraz
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Hertraz with alcohol will be.
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