Hervycta is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Hervycta depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Hervycta is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Hervycta safe for pregnant women?
Hervycta can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Hervycta safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Hervycta. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Hervycta on the Kidneys?
Hervycta does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hervycta on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Hervycta on the liver.
What is the effect of Hervycta on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Hervycta. 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.
Hervycta 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 Hervycta unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hervycta habit forming or addictive?
Hervycta is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Hervycta you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Hervycta only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Hervycta is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Hervycta
Taking Hervycta with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hervycta
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Hervycta.
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