Perjeta is a drug indicated to treat breast cancer in adult women.
This medicine has in its composition Pertuzumab, a monoclonal antibody capable of binding specific targets in the body and cancer cells. By connecting, Perjeta can slow or stop the growth of cancer cells, and in some cases may even kill them, thus helping in the treatment of breast cancer. Know the signs of this cancer in 12 symptoms of breast cancer.
Price
The price of Perjeta varies between 13 000 and 15 000 reais, and can be purchased at pharmacies or online stores.
How to take
Perjeta is an injectable medicine that must be administered into the vein by a doctor, nurse or trained health professional. The recommended doses should be indicated by the doctor and should be administered for about 60 minutes, every 3 weeks.
Side effects
Some of Perjeta's side effects may include headache, loss of appetite, diarrhea, fever, nausea, chills, shortness of breath, feeling tired, dizziness, difficulty sleeping, fluid retention, red nose, sore throat, symptoms flu, muscle weakness, tingling or stinging in the body, hair loss, vomiting, hives, joint or muscle pain, bone, neck, chest or abdominal pain or inflammation in the stomach.
Contraindications
Perjeta is contraindicated for patients with allergies to Pertuzumab or other components of the formula.
In addition, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, under 18, have a history of heart disease or problems, have had chemotherapy of the anthracycline class, such as doxorubicin or epirubicin, have a history of allergies, low number of white blood cells or fever, you should talk to your doctor before starting treatment.
