Benzigem: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Benzigem Benefits & Uses

Benzigem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Benzigem Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Ovarian Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Pancreatic Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ovarian Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Benzigem Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Benzigem is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Hair Loss
Shortness of Breath
Increased Liver Enzymes
Skin Rash
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Diarrhoea
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Fatigue
Bronchospasm
Paresthesia

Moderate

Edema
Peripheral Edema

Mild

Loss of appetite
Restlessness
Headache
Injection Site Allergic Reaction

Benzigem Related Warnings

Is the use of Benzigem safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Benzigem will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Benzigem safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Benzigem. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Benzigem on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Benzigem on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Benzigem on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Benzigem. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Benzigem on the Heart?

Side effects of Benzigem rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Benzigem with Other Drugs

Benzigem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Anakinra

Anakinra Injection

Carbamazepine

Bleomycin

Fluorouracil

Benzigem Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Benzigem unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Infections
Edema
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Benzigem

Is this Benzigem habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Benzigem is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Benzigem since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Benzigem should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Benzigem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Benzigem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Benzigem

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Benzigem together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzigem

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Benzigem.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gemzar® (Gemcitabine HCl)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 612-614

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