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Herclon Injection

Manufactured byRoche India
ContainsTrastuzumab
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Herclon Injection is an anti-cancer medicine. It is used to treat breast and stomach cancer. It works by stopping the growth of cancer cells. Herclon Injection has some side effects like diarrhoea, constipation, loss of appetite, stomach pain, heartburn, acne, headache, back pain, muscle pain, etc. Consult your doctor if they bother you for a longer time or worsen. Herclon Injection should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Herclon Injection is given in a hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional. The dose and duration of treatment will be determined by your doctor based on the severity of your condition. Do not miss the dose of this injection and continue the treatment for the recommended duration for best results. Herclon Injection may not be suitable for everyone. Inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure, or heart or lung problems. Also, inform your doctor about your ongoing medications to avoid undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before receiving this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Herclon Injection

Vivitra 440 mg Injection
Zydus Cadila
Hertraz 440 Injection
Mylan Pharmaceuticals

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Herclon Injection

Fever

Headache

Nausea and Vomiting

Tiredness and weakness

Shortness of breath

Diarrhoea

Reduction in blood cell count

Infections

Muscle and joint pain

Cough

Swelling of the face, lips, or tongue

Change in taste

Sleep disturbances

Stomach pain

Heartburn

Depression

Unusual bleeding or bruising

Pale skin

Constipation

Back pain

Loss of appetite

Uses of Herclon Injection

What is it prescribed for?

Breast cancer

Breast cancer refers to an abnormal growth of cells in your breast that leads to lump formation, blood discharge from the nipple, change in shape and texture of your breast. Herclon Injection is used in the treatment of early breast cancer and metastatic breast cancer (the advanced stage that spreads to other parts of your body). It is used in combination with other medications or after other medicines have been used.

Metastatic gastric cancer

Metastatic gastric cancer is an abnormal growth of cells in the stomach that have spread to other parts of the body. Herclon Injection is used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of metastatic gastric cancer.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for Herclon Injection to show its action is not clinically established.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which Herclon Injection remains active in your body is not clinically established.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Herclon Injection.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Herclon Injection is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can harm the developing foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Due to the lack of safety information, Herclon Injection is not recommended for use while breastfeeding and for seven months after the last dose.

Allergy

Herclon Injection is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Herclon Injection is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it can harm the developing foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Due to the lack of safety information, Herclon Injection is not recommended for use while breastfeeding and for seven months after the last dose.

General warnings

Women of childbearing potential

Use of Herclon Injection during pregnancy may cause harm to the developing foetus. Hence, women of childbearing potential should use effective contraceptive methods while on treatment with this medicine and for seven months after completing the treatment.

Driving or operating machines

Use of Herclon Injection may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some cases. Hence, avoid performing activities such as driving vehicles and operating machines if you experience such symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

As Herclon Injection is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low. If you miss a scheduled appointment for a dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately for further instructions.

Overdose

As Herclon Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Leflunomide

Live vaccines

Etanercept

Doxorubicin

Ganciclovir

Adalimumab

Paclitaxel

Warfarin

Baricitinib

Disease interactions

Pulmonary toxicity

Herclon Injection should be used with extreme caution as it may cause respiratory toxicity such as shortness of breath, difficulty in breathing, scarring of the lungs, excess fluid in the lungs, etc. It is not recommended for use if you have shortness of breath due to complications of advanced cancer or if you require supplementation with oxygen therapy.

Cardiovascular disease

Herclon Injection should be used with caution if you have heart problems as it may further worsen your condition.

Peripheral Neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is the damage of nerves outside your brain and spinal cord. This may lead to sharp, throbbing, or burning pain, pricking sensation, and numbness, usually in the hands and feet. Herclon Injection should be used with caution as it may cause peripheral neuropathy.

Thrombocytopenia

Thrombocytopenia is a condition of decreased platelet count in your body. Platelets are colorless blood cells that help blood clot and arrest bleeding. Herclon Injectionshould be used with extreme caution as it may cause thrombocytopenia.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Herclon Injection is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. The dose and frequency of administration are very specific and should not be missed. Your doctor may suggest a few laboratory tests during and after the treatment with this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to your doctor before receiving this medicine.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Herclon Injection works by stopping the growth of cancer cells in your body.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

HER2 inhibitors, Anticancer drug

Schedule

Schedule H

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