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Pleumet 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Pleumet 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Pleumet 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pleumet 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Pleumet 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Pleumet 500 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Pleumet 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pleumet 500 Injection related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pleumet 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Pleumet 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Pleumet 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pleumet 500 Injection 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 Pleumet 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pleumet can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Pleumet 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Pleumet may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pleumet 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pleumet. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pleumet 500 Injection on the Liver?
Pleumet does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Pleumet 500 Injection on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Pleumet for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pleumet 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pleumet 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Pleumet 500 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Pleumet 500 Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Pleumet 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Pleumet 500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Pleumet 500 Injection
Taking Pleumet 500 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pleumet 500 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pleumet 500 Injection with alcohol.
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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)
