When you take Verzenio most people live as much as 9 months to 46.7 months longer depending on how far advanced the breast cancer is.
Verzenio is a targeted treatment also known as a CDK4 & 6 inhibitor.
Verzenio is a medication that is prescribed to treat a type of breast cancer in adults.
The medication verzenio belongs to the class of medicines known as CDK 4/6 inhibitors which helps to reduce the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.
Verzenio is the brand name for the drug Abemaciclib.
Verzenio can also cause inflammation in your lungs which is also called interstitial lung disease.
The inflammation in the lungs can be serious or even life-threatening.
Tell your doctor if you have trouble breathing.
You may also have a cough and/or fever when taking Verzenio.
Verzenio can extend your life for between 9 months to 46.7 months.
Verzenio helps kill cancer cells that are left behind after surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation to help prevent recurrence.
Verzenio along with hormone therapy has resulted in a 35% reduction in the risk of cancer returning compared with hormone therapy alone.
Women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant should not take Verzenio because it can harm the developing fetus.
If there is any chance you can become pregnant, you must use effective birth control while you're taking Verzenio and for at least three weeks after your last dose of verzenio.