Pemgem 500mg Injection is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma.

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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 500mg 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 500mg 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.

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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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Pemgem 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pemgem 500mg 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

CAUTION

Pemgem 500mg 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

UNSAFE

Pemgem 500mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Pemgem 500mg Injection may make you feel tired and this may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Pemgem 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pemgem 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Pemgem 500mg Injection is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pemgem 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pemgem 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Glutamic Aacid Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

abcde

Action Class

Antimetabolites

Patient concerns

What is the purpose of Chemotherepy given at the time of radiotherapy in ca lung small cell carcinoma

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

This is given to enhance the therapeutic effect of radiation therapy which is curative for small cell lung cancer.

Good evening, my father is suffering from lung cancer naming malignant mesothelioma. The same type of cancer my grandmother have. They both died due to this cancer disease. I want to know that is this a heridatory type of cancer? Is there is any probability in future that I will suffer from this type of cancer. Actually is their any preventive type of measures that I can follow that will help me prevent in future from suffering from cancer. Is their any tests available to keep regular updates about the trace of the cancer,

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Restrain from any addiction, have regular exercise, eat healthy food.It's not hereditary, please don't get afraid.

My father in law is a lung cancer patient.He had gone through two chemo cycles.The first one led to a significant reduction of about 50% in the tumor size.He was administered gemcitabine and carboplatin.However,the 2nd one was ineffective.Please advise as to what could be the next course of action. He was a smoker and has non-small cell carcinoma.The cancer has spread to the adrenal glands.

Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai

Medical Oncology and Hematology

U have to do a CT SCAN 3WKS AFTER 3RD CHEMOBased on that u make assessment of response

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What were the side-effects while using Pemgem 500mg Injection?

Vomiting

25%

Loss of appet*

25%

Pharyngitis

25%

Stomatitis (I*

25%

*Loss of appetite, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

FAQs

Is Pemgem 500mg Injection a vesicant?

No. Pemgem 500mg Injection is not a vesicant.

Is Pemgem 500mg Injection safe?

Pemgem 500mg Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.

Does Pemgem 500mg Injection cause hair loss?

Yes. Pemgem 500mg Injection is a prescription chemotherapy medication and hair loss is one of the possible side effects.

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Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 1077.
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Pemgem 500mg Injection

Product introduction

Uses of Pemgem Injection

Benefits of Pemgem Injection

In Non-small cell lung cancer

In Malignant pleural mesothelioma

Side effects of Pemgem Injection

Common side effects of Pemgem

How to use Pemgem Injection

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

Is Pemgem 500mg Injection a vesicant?

Is Pemgem 500mg Injection safe?

Does Pemgem 500mg Injection cause hair loss?

Want to share the information?

Disclaimer:

References

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