How Often Is Kadcyla Given

The recommended dose of KADCYLA is 3.6 mg/kg given as an intravenous infusion 26 every 3 weeks (21-day cycle) until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity.

How many cycles of Kadcyla are there?

Kadcyla usually is given every 3 weeks in a doctor’s office. People diagnosed with metastatic disease get Kadcyla every 3 weeks unless the cancer grows or unacceptable side effects develop. People diagnosed with early-stage disease get Kadcyla every 3 weeks for a total of 14 cycles.

Is Kadcyla considered chemotherapy?

by Drugs.com Kadcyla is made up of two cancer-fighting medicines: a HER2-targeted drug treatment and a chemotherapy drug. It is used for the treatment of patients with HER2+ breast cancer.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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