Trastuzumab Uses

Trastuzumab is used for Metastatic (Spread) Breast Cancer

How Trastuzumab Works

Trastuzumab works by attaching itself to the HER2 proteins (also known as receptors) so that the cancer cells are no longer stimulated to grow. It also helps the body’s immune system destroy breast cancer cells.

Common side effects of Trastuzumab

Diarrhea, Redness or Irritation, Muscle/Joint/Back Pain, Stomach or Abdominal Pain, Headache, Insomnia, Nausea, Vomiting

Kunal is a registered pharmacist with RGUHS with over 4 years experience. He is a medicine content contributor at Health-Shoppe.com.