Gemfect 200mg Injection : Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Gemfect 200mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Gemfect 200mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Gemfect 200mg 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(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

Gemfect 200mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gemfect 200mg Injection 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

Gemfect 200mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Gemfect 200mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Gemfect for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Gemfect 200mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Gemfect 200mg Injection on the Kidneys?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Gemfect 200mg Injection on the Liver?

Gemfect can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gemfect 200mg Injection on the Heart?

Side effects of Gemfect rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Gemfect 200mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemfect 200mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Infections
Edema
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gemfect 200mg Injection

Is this Gemfect 200mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Gemfect 200mg Injection has not been reported.

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

Gemfect 200mg Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Gemfect 200mg Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Gemfect 200mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Gemfect 200mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gemfect 200mg Injection

There is no information on the effects of taking Gemfect 200mg Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemfect 200mg Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gemfect 200mg Injection .

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

Gemfect 200mg Injection