Erbitux

Alternate Name: Erbitux

Description: Benlysta is a brand-name EGFR inhibitor prescribed for the treatment of patients with cancer. There is not an Erbitux generic drug currently available on the market. You can use our LowerMyRx savings offer to save significantly of about up to 80% off when you fill your prescription at your local pharmacy

Dosage Form: Vial

Administration Route: By injection

Drug Class: Antineoplastic Agent

Generic Available: No

Strength: 200 MG/100ML

Warnings: It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before starting treatment. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 2 months after the last dose. Do not breastfeed during treatment and for at least 2 months after the last dose. Tell your doctor if you have heart or blood vessel disease, heart failure, heart rhythm problems, lung disease, or a history of tick bites or red meat allergy. This medicine can cause the following problems:Infusion reactionLung or breathing problems, including interstitial lung diseaseSerious skin reactions, including Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis Injection routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment. Some women who use this medicine have become infertile (unable to have children). Talk with your doctor before receiving this medicine if you plan to have children. This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds. Limit your time in the sun during treatment and for at least 2 months after the last dose. Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed Swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet Trouble breathing or swallowing Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Food Warnings: Some medicines can affect how cetuximab works. Tell your doctor if you are receiving cisplatin or radiation treatment., Do not breastfeed while you are using cetuximab and for at least 60 days after you receive your last dose., Tell your doctor if you have heart or blood vessel disease, heart rhythm problems, a lung disease, or if you have a mineral imbalance such as low levels of potassium, magnesium, or calcium., This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.