
Pertuza420 mg/14 ml
IV Infusion
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Indications of Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml
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Pharmacology
Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml is a humanized monoclonal antibody designed to bind to the HER2 receptor and inhibit the ability of HER2 to interact with other HER family members (HER1, HER2, HER3, and HER4) on the surface of cancer cells.
The HER signaling pathway plays a role in the formation and growth of numerous cancers, and previous clinical trials of Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml in a single agent setting had suggested clinical activity-including stable disease-in heavily pretreated patients with advanced ovarian and breast cancers.
Dosage & Administration of Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml
| Condition | Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| For intravenous infusion only. Do not administer as an intravenous push or bolus | ||
| HER2 testing | Perform using FDA-approved tests by laboratories with demonstrated proficiency | The initial Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml dose is 840 mg administered as a 60-minute intravenous infusion, followed every 3 weeks thereafter by 420 mg administered as a 30 to 60 minute intravenous infusion |
| MBC | Administer Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml, trastuzumab, and docetaxel by intravenous infusion every 3 weeks | |
| Neoadjuvant | Administer Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml, trastuzumab, and chemotherapy by intravenous infusion preoperatively every 3 weeks for 3 to 6 cycles | |
| Adjuvant | Administer Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml, trastuzumab, and chemotherapy by intravenous infusion postoperatively every 3 weeks for a total of 1 year (up to 18 cycles) |
Dosage of Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml
| Condition | Dosage | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| For intravenous infusion only. Do not administer as an intravenous push or bolus | ||
| HER2 testing | Perform using FDA-approved tests by laboratories with demonstrated proficiency | The initial Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml dose is 840 mg administered as a 60-minute intravenous infusion, followed every 3 weeks thereafter by 420 mg administered as a 30 to 60 minute intravenous infusion |
| MBC | Administer Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml, trastuzumab, and docetaxel by intravenous infusion every 3 weeks | |
| Neoadjuvant | Administer Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml, trastuzumab, and chemotherapy by intravenous infusion preoperatively every 3 weeks for 3 to 6 cycles | |
| Adjuvant | Administer Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml, trastuzumab, and chemotherapy by intravenous infusion postoperatively every 3 weeks for a total of 1 year (up to 18 cycles) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml used for?
Pertuzumab is a HER2/neu receptor antagonist indicated for:Use in combination with trastuzumab and docetaxel for treatment of patients with HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer (MBC) who have not received prior anti-HER2 therapy or chemotherapy for metastatic disease.Use in ... Read morePertuzumab is a HER2/neu receptor antagonist indicated for:Use in combination with trastuzumab and docetaxel f…
What is the dosage of Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml?
For intravenous infusion only. Do not administer as an intravenous push or bolus.HER2 testing: Perform using FDA-approved tests by laboratories with demonstrated proficiency.The initial Pertuzumab dose is 840 mg administered as a 60-minute intravenous infusion, followed every 3 weeks thereafter by 420 mg administered as a 30 to 60 minute intravenous infusion.MBC: Administer Pertuzumab, trastuzumab…
What are the side effects of Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml?
Metastatic Breast Cancer: The most common adverse reactions (> 30%) with Pertuzumab in combination with trastuzumab and docetaxel were diarrhea, alopecia,neutropenia, nausea, fatigue, rash, and peripheral neuropathy. Neoadjuvant Treatment of Breast Cancer: The most common adverse reactions (> 30%) with Pertuzumab in combination with trastuzumab and docetaxel were alopecia, diarrhea, nausea, and ne…
Who should not take Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml?
Pertuzumab is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to pertuzumab or to any of its excipients
What precautions should be taken with Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml?
Infusion-Related Reactions: Monitor for signs and symptoms. If a significant infusion-associated reaction occurs, slow or interrupt the infusion and administer appropriate medical therapies.Hypersensitivity Reactions/Anaphylaxis: Monitor for signs and symptoms. If a severe hypersensitivity reaction/anaphylaxis occurs, discontinue the infusion immediately and administer appropriate medical therapie…
Is Pertuza 420 mg/14 ml safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?
Females and Males of Reproductive Potential: Verify the pregnancy status of females prior to initiation of Pertuzumab. There is no information regarding the presence of pertuzumab in human milk, the effects on the breastfed infant or the effects on milk production.
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