Keytruda is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of Melanoma and for many other cancer types such as Non Small Lung Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Cancer.
This medicine is used for the treatment of urothelial carcinoma, which is a type of bladder cancer that originates from the urothelial cells that line inside of the bladder.
How should I use keytruda 100 mg?
This medicine is for infusion into a vein. It is given by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
A special MedGuide will be given to you before each treatment. Be sure to read this information carefully each time.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for selected conditions, precautions do apply.
Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
What may interact with this medicine?
Interactions have not been studied.
Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non• prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
What should I watch for while using keytruda 100 mg?
Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medicine.
You may need blood work done while you are taking this medicine.
Do not become pregnant while taking this medicine or for 4 months after stopping it. Women should inform their doctor if they wish to become pregnant or think they might be pregnant. There is a potential for serious side effects to an unborn child. Talk to your health care professional or pharmacist for more information. Do not breast-feed an infant while taking this medicine or for 4 months after the last dose.
What if I miss a dose?
It is important not to miss your dose. Call your doctor or health care professional if you are unable to keep an appointment.
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What KEYTRUDA (pembrolizumab) is use for?
KEYTRUDA is a programmed death receptor-1 (PD-1)-blocking antibody indicated:
Melanoma, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Head and Neck Squamous Cell Cancer (HNSCC), Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma (cHL), Primary Mediastinal Large B-Cell Lymphoma (PMBCL), Urothelial Carcinoma, Colorectal Cancer (CRC), Gastric Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC), Merkel Cell Carcinoma (MCC), Endometrial Carcinoma, Tumor Mutational Burden-High (TMB-H) Cancer, Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma (cSCC).Dosage Form: Injection: 100 mg/4 mL (25 mg/mL) solution in a single-dose vial
Active Ingredient: (pembrolizumab) injection, for intravenous use Initial U.S. Approval: 2014What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• bloody or black, tarry
• breathing problems
• changes in vision
• chest pain
• chills
• confusion
• constipation
• cough
• diarrhea
• dizziness or feeling faint or lightheaded
• fast or irregular heartbeat
• fever
• flushing
• hair loss
• joint pain
• low blood counts • this medicine may decrease the number of white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets. You may be at increased risk for infections and bleeding.
• muscle pain
• muscle weakness
• persistent headache
• redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
• signs and symptoms of high blood sugar such as dizziness; dry mouth; dry skin; fruity breath; nausea; stomach pain; increased hunger or thirst; increased urination
• signs and symptoms of kidney injury like trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
• signs and symptoms of liver injury like dark urine, light• colored stools, loss of appetite, nausea, right upper belly pain, yellowing of the eyes or skin
• sweating
• swollen lymph nodes
• weight lossSide effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
• decreased appetite
• muscle pain
• tirednessThis list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Where should I keep my medicine?
This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home. Buy keytruda 100 mg
