Herceptin side effects

 Currently undergoing pactotaxel chemo treatment with 3 weekly Herceptin injections. I feel dreadful for a couple of days following the injection. The Herceptin will continue every three weeks once my chemo is finished  William still feel as bad after the injection r chemo is complete and it’s just the Herceptin ? Do i feel so bad because of the chemo and the Herceptin together? 

  • Hello and thanks for your post

    People vary in the side effects they experience from their treatment. It's often difficult to say what drugs are troublesome over the other.  Having chemotherapy alongside Herceptin may add to the side effects in some people. So you may find that when you finish your chemotherapy treatment you may notice an improvement in how you are feeling.

    Do let your hospital team know though if your symptoms are not improving. They can assess you and hopefully suggest what medications may help to manage your side effects.

    I hope this helps. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Celene