Erbitux 100mg Infusion
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food interaction for Erbitux Infusion
alcohol interaction for Erbitux Infusion
pregnancy interaction for Erbitux Infusion
lactation interaction for Erbitux Infusion
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Erbitux 100mg Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Erbitux 100mg Infusion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Erbitux 100mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SALT INFORMATION FOR Erbitux 100mg Infusion
Cetuximab(100mg)
Erbitux infusion uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of head and neck cancer and cancer of colon and rectum.
How erbitux infusion works
Erbitux 100mg Infusion is a monoclonal antibody that specifically binds to receptors on cancer cells. Thus it flags the cancer cells for destruction by the body's immune system.
Common side effects of erbitux infusion
Nausea, Headache, Vomiting, Conjunctivitis, Skin rash, Diarrhea, Infusion reaction, Decreased magnesium level in blood, Increased liver enzymes
SUBSTITUTES FOR Erbitux Infusion
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Erbitux Infusion
- Cetuximab is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of a doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR Erbitux 100mg Infusion
Cetuximab
Q. Is Erbitux 100mg Infusion a chemotherapy drug?
Yes, Erbitux 100mg Infusion is a cytotoxic drug that is used in the chemotherapy of cancers of colon and rectum, and head-neck cancers.
Q. Is Erbitux 100mg Infusion cytotoxic agent or vesicant or radiosensitizer?
It is not a radiosensitizer, but usually used in combination with radiotherapy to treat the cancers. It is not a vesicant (irritant).
Q. How is Erbitux 100mg Infusion administered?
Erbitux 100mg Infusion is generally administered by intravenous (IV infusion) route, with or without radiotherapy.