Pemgem 100mg Injection

Pemgem 100mg Injection interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

Uses:

Pemgem 100mg Injection is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer, head and neck cancer, cervical cancer, Testicular cancer., breast cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), blood cancer, lung cancer, bone cancer and urinary bladder cancer.

Side Effects:

Nausea, Vomiting, Pharyngitis, Loss of appetite, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Hair loss, Low blood platelets, Rash, Fatigue, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Diarrhoea, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Neuropathy.

Dosage:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

FAQs

Is Pemgem a vesicant?
No. Pemgem is not a vesicant

Is Pemgem a chemotherapy/ cytotoxic?
Yes. Pemgem is chemotherapy and a cytotoxic drug

Is Pemgem safe?
Pemgem is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Does Pemgem cause hair loss?
Yes. Pemgem is a prescription chemotherapy medication and hair loss is one of the possible side effects.

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Pemgem 100 mg Injection is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma.

Pemgem 100 mg Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it.

This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time.

You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects.

It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. click here : Pemgem 100 

most common side effects

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and hair loss.
This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections.

Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver and blood uric acid levels.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your doctor know all medications you are using.

This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

USES OF PEMGEM INJECTION

• Non-small cell lung cancer
• Malignant pleural mesothelioma

BENEFITS OF PEMGEM INJECTION

In Non-small cell lung cancer

Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers.

Pemgem 100mg Injection helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines.

It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

In Malignant pleural mesothelioma

Malignant pleural mesothelioma is a form of cancer that develops in the lungs and the inner side of the ribs.

It is a very aggressive form of lung cancer.
Pemgem 100mg Injection is used along with some other medicines to treat this cancer.

It kills the cancer cells, and prevents the further multiplication of cancer cells. This restricts the spread of cancer to other unaffected areas.

Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and consult your doctor if you have any doubts.

SIDE EFFECTS OF PEMGEM INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pemgem

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Sore throat
• Loss of appetite
• Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
• Hair loss
• Low blood platelets
• Rash
• Fatigue
• Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
• Diarrhea
• Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
• Neuropathy

HOW TO USE PEMGEM INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW PEMGEM INJECTION WORKS

Pemgem 100mg Injection interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

Consuming alcohol with Pemgem 100mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

Pemgem 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby.

However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

Pemgem 100mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.

Driving

Pemgem 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Pemgem 100mg Injection may make you feel tired and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Pemgem 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pemgem 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pemgem 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.

Liver

Pemgem 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pemgem 100mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.