ONTRUZANT® (trastuzumab-dttb) for Injection, for Intravenous Use 21 mg/mL

How is ONTRUZANT given?

Here is what you can expect when you first receive ONTRUZANT.

ONTRUZANT is given through an intravenous (IV) infusion. A needle with an IV line will be inserted into a vein so the medicine can reach your body. How often you get ONTRUZANT depends on the stage of your disease and the way your doctor prescribes treatment.

How to prepare for your IV infusion

You will be receiving infusions of ONTRUZANT at an infusion center on a regular basis.

  • Each infusion can range from 30 to 90 minutes
  • You can spend this time doing a number of things:
    • Keep busy during treatment with various activities
    • Take the time to relax and sleep
  • Keep in mind that the treatment room may be cold, so you might want to bring something to keep you warm
ONTRUZANT® (trastuzumab-dttb) Is Given at an Infusion Center On a Regular Basis Not an actual patient.

Here are some items you may want to bring along with you when sitting for treatment:

Here Are Some Items You May Want to Bring Along With You When Sitting for Your Treatment With ONTRUZANT® (trastuzumab-dttb): Pillow
Pillow
Blanket
Blanket
Sleep Mask
Sleep Mask
Hot/Cold Pack
Hot/Cold Pack
Slippers
Slippers
Snacks/Drinks
Snacks/Drinks
Clothing With Zippers for IV Access
Clothing with
Zippers for IV Access
Phone/Laptop
Phone/Laptop
Headphones
Headphones
Books
Books

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

ONTRUZANT treatment can result in heart problems. Serious and sometimes fatal events have occurred. Some patients have had serious and fatal infusion reactions and lung problems. Symptoms usually occur during or within 24 hours of administration. ONTRUZANT can cause harm to an unborn baby, in some cases death of the unborn baby, when taken by a pregnant woman. ONTRUZANT treatment may lead to a worsening of low white blood cell count.