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Cetuximab is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Cetuximab have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Cetuximab depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Cetuximab 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
Age Group | Dosage |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cetuximab is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cetuximab safe for pregnant women?
Cetuximab shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Cetuximab safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Cetuximab. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Cetuximab on the Kidneys?
Cetuximab is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cetuximab on the Liver?
Cetuximab is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Cetuximab on the Heart?
Cetuximab can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Cetuximab should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cetuximab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cetuximab habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cetuximab.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Cetuximab as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Cetuximab should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cetuximab for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cetuximab
Taking Cetuximab with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetuximab
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cetuximab 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; Erbitux® (cetuximab)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 870
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 317-319