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Trastuzumab Herceptin Uses Treats breast cancer. How To Use APPEARANCE: Injectable. This medicine, like all medicines used to treat cancer, is very strong. Make sure you understand why you are getting it and what the risks and benefits of treatment are. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor. You will receive this medicine while you are in a hospital or chemotherapy treatment center. Your medicine will be given directly into a vein, usually in your arm or chest. This is called intravenous (in-tra-VEEN-ous), or IV infusion. Trastuzumab must be given slowly, so the IV must remain in place for approximately 90 minutes. You will be watched closely for unwanted side effects while you are receiving this medicine. Side Effects Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Fast or irregular heartbeat Feeling short of breath, or trouble breathing Fever or chills Increased cough Nausea or vomiting Severe diarrhea Precautions You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to trastuzumab. Missed Dose Call your doctor for instructions. Drug Interactions If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine. Do not breastfeed during treatment with trastuzumab, or for 6 months after your last treatment. Make sure your doctor knows if you have ever had heart disease. Tell your doctor if you have had radiation therapy to the chest. Your doctor may test your heart before you start receiving trastuzumab and while you are getting treatments with this medicine.

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