Keytruda 100mg Injection
Manufactured By
Msd pharmaceuticals pvt ltd
Pack Of
1
Salt Composition
Pembrolizumab
Storage
Keep in cold place
Overview
Keytruda 100mg injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of Advanced melanoma (type of skin cancer), non-small cell lung cancer, Hodgkin & large B-cell lymphoma, Bladder cancer, Gastric cancer, Head & neck cancer, and cervical cancer. The active ingredient of the Keytruda is pembrolizumab which belongs to the drug class of PD-1 (Programmed Cell Death Protein 1) Inhibitors. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in the early stages as there are no noticeable symptoms. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Keytruda injection is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Side Effects
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Keytruda 100mg injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Common Side Effects
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Dry skin
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Weight loss
- Conspitation
- Breathlessness
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Muscles and joint pain
Serious Side Effects
- Diabetis
- Hepatitis
- Lung infection
- Colon infection
- Skin inflammation
- Decrease in level of white blood cells
How To Use
Keytruda 100mg injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.
Safety Advice
- 1. The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Keytruda 100mg injection. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
- 2. Keytruda 100mg injection may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.
- 3. Keytruda 100mg injection is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
- 4. It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Keytruda 100mg injection.
- 5. Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Keytruda 100mg injection.
- 6. Inform your doctor before starting Keytruda 100mg injection if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
FAQs
Is keytruda 100mg injection a chemotherapy drug?
No, Keytruda injection is neither a chemotherapy nor a radiation therapy drug. It is an immunotherapy drug that boosts immunity to kill cancer cells.
How do I know if Keytruda is working?
Your doctor will go for a test to monitor your tumor size. A scan or image test will show a detailed image. Reduction in tumor size will be considered a positive effect of the injection.
How does Keytruda 100mg injection kill the cancer cells?
It blocks the action of a protein that activates the immune system. Consequently, our system starts to identify cancer cells and kill them. Furthermore, through this process, it slows down the growth and spreading of the cancer cells to nearby organs.
How much time does Keytruda take to show results?
The time depends on the stage of cancer diagnosed and how the patient's body is responding. It may take days to weeks to show results. It is advised to consult your doctor to know the details.
Is Keytruda a combination drug?
Yes, Keytruda 100mg can be combined with other cancer treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy to provide better outcomes and make treatment more effective.
Is it possible for the patients to continue doing their normal daily routine?
Yes, it is normal for many patients to continue performing daily activities while taking Keytruda 100mg Injection. However, some may experience adverse effects that decrease their ability to function.
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