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Pembrolizumab

Drug Class:	Commonly Known As:	Category:
Anti-PD-1 Monoclonal Antibody	Keytruda®	Cancer-related

Pembrolizumab - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Pembrolizumab cause?

During infusion

Allergic reactions uncommonly develop during the first infusion. Symptoms may include chills, rigors, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, flushing or itch.
Alert your nurse if you experience any of the above during the infusion.

Other possible side effects (usually mild, may occur within a few weeks after 1st dose)

Mild itch, rashes that resolve within a few days
Diarrhea associated with abdominal cramping
Muscle ache, fatigue

Please seek medical attention if any of the following occurs:

Signs of skin toxicity e.g. swelling, extensive peeling of skin, severe rashes etc.
Signs of liver/ gastrointestinal toxicity e.g. severe diarrhea, dark coloured urine, intense abdominal pain, yellowing of the skin or whites of eyes
Persistent shortness of breath or dry cough
Extreme fatigue, abnormal intolerance of cold or heat, feeling irritable
Unusual headache

Before taking Pembrolizumab , what precautions must I follow?

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Pembrolizumab ?

Pembrolizumab - Dosage and How to Use

How should Pembrolizumab be used?

What should I do if I miss a dose?

What should I do if I overdose?

Pembrolizumab - Handling

How should I handle Pembrolizumab safely?

Pembrolizumab - Storage

How should I store Pembrolizumab ?

How should I dispose of Pembrolizumab safely?

Pembrolizumab - Additional Information

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