Pemetrexed Disodium
PEMEtrexed Disodium 20ML of 500MG/20ML
What is Pemetrexed Disodium?
Pemetrexed Disodium is a folate antimetabolite indicated for the treatment of certain types of non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma. It works by inhibiting key enzymes involved in folate metabolism, which is necessary for DNA synthesis and cell replication, thereby slowing the growth of cancer cells. Typically administered intravenously, its use is often in combination with other chemotherapeutic agents.Side Effects
- Dry mouth or skin, increased thirst, lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
- Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
- Lower back or side pain
Warnings
- Injection routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor will do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before receiving this medicine. Female patients should use effective birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 6 months after the last dose. Male patients who have female partners should use effective birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 3 months after the last dose.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for at least 1 week after the last dose.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or bone marrow problems (including anemia). Tell your doctor if you have received radiation treatment.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Kidney problemSerious skin reactionsLung or breathing problems (including interstitial pneumonitis)
- If you plan to have children, talk with your doctor before using this medicine. Some men receiving this medicine have become infertile (unable to have children).
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- Dry mouth or skin, increased thirst, lightheadedness, dizziness, fainting
- Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet
- Lower back or side pain
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, weakness
- Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches
- Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
- Blistering, peeling, loosening of the skin
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
- Red or dark brown urine
- Injection routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor will do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before receiving this medicine. Female patients should use effective birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 6 months after the last dose. Male patients who have female partners should use effective birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 3 months after the last dose.
- Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for at least 1 week after the last dose.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or bone marrow problems (including anemia). Tell your doctor if you have received radiation treatment.
- This medicine may cause the following problems:Kidney problemSerious skin reactionsLung or breathing problems (including interstitial pneumonitis)
- If you plan to have children, talk with your doctor before using this medicine. Some men receiving this medicine have become infertile (unable to have children).
- This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.
- Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
- Injection routeCancer medicine can cause nausea or vomiting, sometimes even after you receive medicine to prevent these effects. Ask your doctor or nurse about other ways to control any nausea or vomiting that might happen.
- Unusual bleeding, bruising, weakness
Pemetrexed Disodium Coupons & Prices
PEMEtrexed Disodium 20ML of 500MG/20ML
What is Pemetrexed Disodium ?
Pemetrexed Disodium is a folate antimetabolite indicated for the treatment of certain types of non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma. It works by inhibiting key enzymes involved in folate metabolism, which is necessary for DNA synthesis and cell replication, thereby slowing the growth of cancer cells. Typically administered intravenously, its use is often in combination with other chemotherapeutic agents.
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