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

Apragem Benefits & Uses

Apragem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Apragem 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

Apragem Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Apragem 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

Apragem Related Warnings

Is the use of Apragem safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Apragem on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Apragem safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Apragem on the Kidneys?

Apragem has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Apragem on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Apragem. 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 Apragem on the Heart?

Apragem has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Apragem with Other Drugs

Apragem 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

Apragem Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Infections
Edema
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Apragem

Is this Apragem habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Apragem.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Apragem since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Apragem only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Apragem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Apragem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Apragem

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Apragem

Information about the interaction of Apragem and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

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

Apragem 1gm RTU Injection