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Cytogem is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. The alternative uses of Cytogem have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cytogem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cytogem as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cytogem go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cytogem is Unknown for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cytogem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Infections must refrain from the use of Cytogem since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Cytogem contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Cytogem may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cytogem is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cytogem is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Cytogem safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Cytogem on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Cytogem safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Cytogem. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Cytogem on the Kidneys?
Cytogem may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cytogem on the Liver?
Cytogem may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Cytogem on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Cytogem on the heart have been reported.
Cytogem should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cytogem unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cytogem habit forming or addictive?
Cytogem does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Cytogem since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Cytogem only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cytogem cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cytogem
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cytogem and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytogem
Information about the interaction of Cytogem and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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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
