Drug reference
trastuzumab
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Drug class
Oncology (Monoclonal antibody(Oncology))
Mechanism of action
Monoclonal antibody, inhibits growth of tumor cells that overexpress HER2
Common side effects
- Asthenia
- Headache
- Nausea
- Pain
- Fever
- Cough
- Chills
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is trastuzumab?
trastuzumab belongs to: Oncology.
How does trastuzumab work?
Monoclonal antibody, inhibits growth of tumor cells that overexpress HER2
What are the common side effects of trastuzumab?
Asthenia, Headache, Nausea, Pain, Fever, Cough, Chills
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