Product Description

🔹 Product Overview
Hermab 440 mg Injection is a prescription targeted anticancer medicine used in the treatment of certain HER2-positive cancers. It contains Trastuzumab 440 mg, a recombinant humanized monoclonal antibody belonging to the anti-HER2 therapy class.
Hermab 440 mg works by targeting the HER2 (Human Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor 2) protein found in higher amounts on some cancer cells. It is commonly used in the management of HER2-positive breast cancer and HER2-positive gastric (stomach) cancer under the supervision of an oncologist.

🔹 Key Uses
Treatment of HER2-positive breast cancer
Treatment of HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer
Used in HER2-positive gastric cancer and gastroesophageal junction cancer
Helps slow the growth and spread of HER2-overexpressing cancer cells
Used as part of targeted cancer therapy protocols prescribed by an oncologist

🔹 Composition
Active Ingredient: Trastuzumab 440 mg
Dosage Form: Injection (powder for solution)
Drug Class: Anti-HER2 monoclonal antibody
Therapeutic Category: Targeted oncology / Antineoplastic medicine

🔹 How It Works
Hermab 440 mg Injection works by specifically binding to the HER2 receptors present on certain cancer cells. This blocks HER2 signaling pathways responsible for cancer cell growth and multiplication, helping slow tumor progression and promoting destruction of abnormal cells.

🔹 Key Benefits
Targeted treatment for HER2-positive cancers
Helps control cancer cell growth and progression
Used in combination with other cancer therapies when recommended
Provides monoclonal antibody-based precision cancer treatment
Injectable formulation administered under specialist supervision

🔹 Dosage and Administration
Hermab 440 mg Injection should be administered only by a qualified healthcare professional
Usually given through intravenous infusion as prescribed by an oncologist
Treatment schedule depends on cancer type, stage, and patient response
Heart function monitoring may be required before and during treatment
Do not stop or change treatment without medical advice

🔹 Possible Side Effects
Common side effects may include:
Fever and chills
Headache
Nausea
Diarrhea
Fatigue or weakness
Infection risk due to reduced blood cell counts
Skin rash
Infusion-related reactions
Serious reactions may include heart-related complications, including reduced heart function, which require medical monitoring.

🔹 Precautions
Use only under the supervision of an experienced oncologist
HER2 testing is required before starting treatment
Inform your doctor about existing heart disease or previous chemotherapy treatments
Regular heart function tests may be recommended during therapy
Inform your doctor about pregnancy, breastfeeding, or plans for pregnancy
Report breathing difficulty, chest discomfort, swelling, or severe reactions immediately