Pexotra 100 Mg Injection

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Pexotra Information

Pexotra is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Pexotra also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Pexotra 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pexotra can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pexotra 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.

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

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

Besides this, Pexotra 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 Pexotra is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Pexotra Benefits & Uses

Pexotra is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Malignant Mesothelioma

Pexotra 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

Pexotra Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Pexotra safe for pregnant women?


    Pexotra has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pexotra without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Pexotra safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Pexotra on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pexotra. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Pexotra on the Liver?


    Pexotra is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Pexotra on the Heart?


    Pexotra is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Pexotra with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Pexotra Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Pexotra

  • Is this Pexotra habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Pexotra.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pexotra as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Pexotra is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Pexotra for mental disorders.

    No

Pexotra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Pexotra


    Taking Pexotra with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Pexotra


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pexotra with alcohol.

    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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