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Cetuximab

Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Cetuximab

Considered as an anti-neoplastic, Cetuximab is used in the targeted treatment of cancer. The drug may be prescribed for the treatment of various types of cancers like metastatic colorectal cancer, lung cancer, skin cancer and squamous cell cancer affected the head and neck.

This medicine is mostly given with the help of intravenous infusion. The dosage of the drug is generally dependent on a number of factors like height, weight, overall medical health of the patient, age, his response to the drug and the severity of the cancer.

While in most cases, patients do not experience side effects of a drug, in some case they may have symptoms of some common side effects and in very rare cases a complication may arise. Some common side effects of Cetuximab are pain in the abdomen, diarrhea, weakness, headache, cough, development of infections, loss of weight as well as appetite and problems with breathing. If an allergic reaction does occur, you may experience some symptoms like hives, fever, skin rashes and itching etc. Contact you doctor if you face any complications after taking Cetuximab.

While you are on this drug, do not opt for any vaccines or immunizations doses unless approved by your doctor.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Cetuximab

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Cetuximab ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Cetuximab

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Erbitux 5mg infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Erbitux 5mg infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Cetuximab, please consult your doctor.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    Medicines containing Cetuximab

    Below is the list of medicines, which contains Cetuximab as ingredient

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication works by binding to the epidermal growth factor receptor on both cancer and normal cells.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Cetuximab-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 18 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/cetuximab

      • Cetuximabr-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 18 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00002

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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