Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start receiving atezolizumab and each time you get a treatment. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This medication is given by a health care professional. It is injected slowly into a vein over 30 to 60 minutes as directed by your doctor. The dosage and treatment schedule are based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Children's dosage is also based on weight.

Infusion reactions may happen during the infusion of this drug. Tell your doctor right away if you have any symptoms of infusion reactions such as chills, itching, shortness of breath, flushing, dizziness, lightheadedness, fever, back/neck pain. Your doctor may give you other medications to help with these side effects or may slow down or stop your treatment for some time.

Use this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, mark your calendar with a reminder.