Priunta 150mg Injection

Priunta 150mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of breast, and Stomach Cancer. The active ingredient of the Priunta is Trastuzumab, which belongs to the drug class of monoclonal antibody. It is administered as an injection by an experienced nurse or medical professional. Priunta Injection works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine is decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this medicine until your doctor says to do so.

The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Priunta 150mg Injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.

Some of the common side effects of Priunta 150mg Injection are mentioned below:
Fever
Bruising
Hair loss
Dizziness
Dry mouth
Weight loss
Muscle pain
Nail disorders
Loss of appetite
Liver inflammation
Visual disturbances
Asthma/ lung disorders
Nose bleeds or runny nose

Serious
Heart Problems
Kidney problems
Allergic reactions
Breathing difficulties

Priunta 150mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.

There is a protein known as HER2 (human epidermal growth factor receptor 2). It is found in huge amounts on the surface of specific cancer cells that are responsible for the growth of cancer cells in the human body. Priunta 150mg Injection works by binding selectively to HER2 proteins and stops the multiplication process of cancer cells.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Priunta 150mg Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.

Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Priunta 150mg Injection.

A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Priunta 150mg Injection. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.

Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Priunta 150mg Injection.

Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Priunta 150mg Injection. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.

Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Priunta 150mg Injection. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.

It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Priunta 150mg Injection, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.

Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Priunta 150mg Injection. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.

In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Priunta 150mg Injection, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.

If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Priunta 150mg Injection like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to Inform your doctor as soon as possible.