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From what I understand, Herceptin is generally administered WITHOUT Decadron. Unless you present unusual side-effects like allergies (other than weight gain).
I do know that I gained weight while on Decadron, not Herceptin -- at least, in my case. One of my prominent side effects from the steroids was fluid retention. People almost did not recognize me, cuz I blew up like a ballon! Thankfully, I got rid of ~20 lbs over the summer, as I tapered off on Decadron in May.
If you do take Decadron with Herceptin, I would ask my onc or chemo nurse why I have to take the steroids.
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