Pleumet 100 Injection Information

Pleumet 100 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Other than this, Pleumet 100 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pleumet 100 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pleumet 100 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pleumet 100 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pleumet 100 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Pleumet 100 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pleumet 100 Injection related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Pleumet 100 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Pleumet 100 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Pleumet 100 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Pleumet Benefits & Uses
Pleumet Dosage & How to Take
Pleumet Side Effects
Pleumet Related Warnings
Pleumet Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pleumet
Pleumet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pleumet 100 Injection Benefits & Uses

Pleumet 100 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Malignant Mesothelioma

Pleumet 100 Injection 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	Disease: Head and neck cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 830 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 500 mg/m² IV over 10 minutes on Day 1 of each 21-days cycle, given in combination with cisplatin
Geriatric	Disease: Head and neck cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 830 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 500 mg/m² IV over 10 minutes on Day 1 of each 21-days cycle, given in combination with cisplatin

Pleumet 100 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Pleumet 100 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pleumet can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Pleumet 100 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Pleumet may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Pleumet 100 Injection on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pleumet. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pleumet 100 Injection on the Liver?

Pleumet does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pleumet 100 Injection on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Pleumet for the heart.

Safe

Pleumet 100 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pleumet 100 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Pneumonitis
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Pleumet 100 Injection

Is this Pleumet 100 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Pleumet 100 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pleumet 100 Injection can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Pleumet 100 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Pleumet 100 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pleumet 100 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pleumet 100 Injection

Taking Pleumet 100 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pleumet 100 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pleumet 100 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Pleumet 100 Injection