Alimta is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Alimta also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Alimta is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alimta can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alimta go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Alimta has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Alimta's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Alimta have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Alimta may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alimta is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.