Herceptin® 600mg/5ml Injection (Trastuzumab) – Targeted Therapy (Rx)

Quick answer: Herceptin 600mg/5ml contains trastuzumab, a targeted therapy that blocks the HER2 protein on breast cancer cells. A nurse injects it under the skin of the thigh in about 2 to 5 minutes, usually once every three weeks. MedHub supplies it on prescription and delivers it to every city in Pakistan.

Patient and caregiver information

What is Herceptin 600mg?

Herceptin is Roche’s brand of trastuzumab. This 600mg vial is the subcutaneous version, which means it goes under the skin rather than into a vein. Each vial holds one full dose, so your care team does not need to calculate it from your weight.

What is it used for?

Oncologists prescribe Herceptin for HER2-positive breast cancer, both in the early stage and when the cancer has spread. Before treatment starts, the laboratory tests a sample of the tumour. Herceptin helps only when that test shows HER2-positive disease, so your doctor will confirm this first.

How is it given?

Herceptin 600mg is given as an injection under the skin by trained healthcare staff in a hospital or clinic. Your doctor decides the dose and the treatment schedule.

Common side effects

• Redness, pain or swelling where the needle went in
• Tiredness, headache, or a mild fever with chills
• Nausea or loose stools
• Aching joints or muscles

Call your doctor straight away if you feel short of breath, notice swollen ankles or feel your heart racing. Women should avoid pregnancy during treatment and for seven months after the last dose.

Storage and transportation

Transportation of cold-chain products must go through the dispensing pharmacy and follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Ask your dispensing pharmacist if you have any questions about handling.

How to order from MedHub

1. Send a photo of your prescription on WhatsApp.
2. Our pharmacist confirms the price and stock with you.
3. We pack the vial in a cold-chain box and deliver it to your city.

Living in the UAE, UK or Saudi Arabia? Many families order Herceptin for their family in Pakistan. Share the prescription with us, and we arrange delivery to their home or hospital. If your oncologist prefers the drip form, see Herceptin 440mg (intravenous). You can also look at Kadcyla 160mg (trastuzumab emtansine) or browse all oncology medicines.

For healthcare professionals

• Composition: trastuzumab 600 mg with recombinant human hyaluronidase (rHuPH20) in 5 ml solution
• Drug class: humanized IgG1 monoclonal antibody (HER2 inhibitor)
• Indications: HER2-positive early breast cancer; HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer
• Mechanism: binds the extracellular domain of HER2, inhibits HER2-driven tumour cell proliferation and triggers antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity
• Label dose: 600 mg fixed dose subcutaneously every 3 weeks, injected into the thigh over 2–5 minutes; no loading dose
• Monitoring: assess LVEF at baseline and during treatment
• Storage: 2–8°C in the outer carton to protect from light; do not freeze
• Manufacturer: F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd, Switzerland
• Marketed in Pakistan by: Roche Pakistan Ltd
• Pack: 1 single-dose vial

Frequently asked questions

What is Herceptin 600mg?

Herceptin is Roche's brand of trastuzumab.

What is Herceptin 600mg used for?

Herceptin 600mg treats HER2-positive breast cancer, in both early and advanced (metastatic) stages. Your oncologist prescribes it only after a tumour test confirms the cancer is HER2-positive.

How is Herceptin 600mg given?

Herceptin 600mg is given as an injection under the skin by trained healthcare staff in a hospital or clinic. Your doctor decides the dose and the treatment schedule.

How does Herceptin 600mg work?

Herceptin 600mg is a laboratory-made antibody. Some breast and stomach cancer cells carry too many HER2 receptors on their surface, which send constant signals telling the cells to grow. Trastuzumab attaches to HER2 and blocks these signals. It also flags the cancer cells so the immune system can find and destroy them. It is only used when tests confirm the cancer is HER2-positive.

What precautions should I know before using Herceptin 600mg?

Before treatment, tell your doctor about any heart disease, high blood pressure, past anthracycline chemotherapy such as doxorubicin, or lung disease. Your heart function will be checked before and during treatment. Trastuzumab can harm an unborn baby, so use effective contraception during treatment and for seven months afterwards. Report straight away breathlessness, swollen ankles, a fast heartbeat, a cough, or chills, rash or wheezing during or after a dose.

What is the Herceptin 600mg price in Pakistan?

Herceptin 600mg/5ml costs Rs 139,100 per vial. Contact MedHub to confirm current price, availability and delivery options.

Can I get Herceptin 600mg in Lahore, Karachi or Peshawar?

Yes. MedHub serves patients across Pakistan, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Multan and Faisalabad. Contact MedHub to confirm current price, availability and delivery options.

Do I need a prescription to buy Herceptin 600mg?

Yes. Herceptin 600mg is a prescription-only medicine. Send a clear photo of your doctor's prescription on WhatsApp, and our pharmacist checks it before confirming your order.

Can I order Herceptin 600mg for my family in Pakistan from abroad?

Yes. People in the UAE, UK and Saudi Arabia order Herceptin 600mg through MedHub for their family in Pakistan. Share the prescription on WhatsApp, and our team guides you through payment and delivery to their home or hospital.

Sources: FDA prescribing information for healthcare professionals. MedHub writes its own plain-language summaries. Always read the leaflet supplied with your medicine.

This information is for general awareness only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.