Imfinzi 120mg Injection

Imfinzi 120mg Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. This drug belongs to the class of Anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibodies and comprises of active ingredient Durvalumab. Doctors prescribe this injection to treat non-small lung cancer that has not spread beyond the chest. This drug is also used in combination with carboplatin or cisplatin to treat small-cell lung cancer and in combination with gemcitabine to cure biliary tract cancer. Imfinzi 120mg Injection works by blocking the effect of specific proteins that result in the reduction of the tumor size and low multiplication rate. Your doctor will decide what dose is needed for effective results and how often you have to take it. This injection should be given intravenously by an expert. Do not administer it by yourself. Before taking this injection, share with your doctor if you have heart disease, kidney or liver problems. Taking Imfinzi 120mg Injection can cause a drop in blood cell count, blood sugar, and kidney parameters, so your physician must monitor it regularly. Inform your doctor if you are taking any prescribed and non-prescribed medications. These medicines can interact with Imfinzi 120mg Injection and may result in some undesirable effects. This injection is not recommended for people under age 18.

Like other anticancer medicines, Imfinzi 120mg Injection also has some common to severe side effects. These are undesired symptoms observed in the body after taking this injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These adverse effects don't need special medical attention, but if you observe them continually, talk to your medical expert. Some of them are listed below:

Common side effects:

Rashes
Cough
Tiredness
Muscles pain
Flu-like symptoms
Fungal infection in the mouth
Chills and fever
Fast heart rate
Weight loss
Painful urination

Severe side effects:

Abnormal night sweating
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation in throat and nose)
Upper respiratory tract infection
Severe lung infections (pneumonia)
Oedema peripheral (swelling of the legs)
Increased blood creatinine level
Pneumonitis (Lung inflammation)
an overactive thyroid gland that can cause a fast heart rate or weight loss

Imfinzi 120mg 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.

Imfinzi 120mg Injection interferes with the action of a protein known as programmed death-ligand 1 (PD-L1). This protein is present on the surface of a cancer cell, and when it binds to its receptor which is found on T -cells. It disables the immune system's ability to kill the cancer cells. When this activity is blocked, T cells recognize the cancer cells and kill them more effectively. In this way, Imfinzi 120mg Injection boosts the immune system to fight against cancer cells.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Imfinzi 120mg Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately. Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.

Inform your healthcare professional if you are planning to be pregnant, as taking Imfinzi 120mg Injection can harm the unborn fetus.

Use reliable contraceptive or birth control methods to prevent pregnancy for 8 weeks before and after taking Imfinzi 120mg Injection.

It is advised not to breastfeed while going through treatment.

Wear sunscreen and sun barriers before moving outdoors, as Imfinzi 120mg Injection can increase the chances of skin damage from sunburn.

If you experience any gastrointestinal symptoms after taking Imfinzi 120mg Injection, such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, or nausea, inform your doctor immediately. He may prescribe you antiemetic medicines to reduce these side effects.