Pemex 500 Injection

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Pemex 500 Injection Information

Pemex 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Pemex 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Pemex 500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pemex 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pemex 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Pemex 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Pemex 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pemex 500 Injection related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Pemex 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Pemex 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Pemex 500 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.


Pemex 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Pemex 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Malignant Mesothelioma

Pemex 500 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

Pemex 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pemex 500 Injection is used -

Severe

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Pharyngitis
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Hair Loss
  • Reduced blood platelets
  • Rash
  • Fatigue
  • Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Neuropathy

Moderate

Mild

Pemex 500 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Pemex 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Pemex shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Pemex 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Pemex 500 Injection on the Kidneys?


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

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Pemex 500 Injection on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Pemex on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Pemex 500 Injection on the Heart?


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

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Pemex 500 Injection with Other Drugs

Pemex 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Pemex 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pemex 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Pemex 500 Injection

  • Is this Pemex 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Pemex 500 Injection has not been reported.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pemex 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Pemex 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Pemex 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Pemex 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Pemex 500 Injection


    It is safe to take Pemex 500 Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Pemex 500 Injection


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pemex 500 Injection.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 999-1000

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 863

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Alimta (pemetrexed disodium)


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