Drug Class
monoclonal antibody against HER2
Type
brand
Active Ingredient
trastuzumab
📋Overview
Herceptin is a targeted therapy drug known by the generic name trastuzumab. It is primarily used in the management of certain types of breast cancer that overexpress the HER2 protein, a factor associated with more aggressive tumor growth. Herceptin may also be used in some cases of HER2-positive gastric cancer. Its use is based on the specific molecular characteristics of the cancer cells.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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