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

Shilgem 200mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Shilgem 200mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Shilgem 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

Shilgem 200mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Shilgem 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

Shilgem 200mg Injection Related Warnings

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

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

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

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

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

Shilgem rarely harms the kidneys.

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

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Shilgem. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

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

Side effects of Shilgem rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Shilgem 200mg Injection Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Infections
Edema
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Shilgem 200mg Injection

Is this Shilgem 200mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

Shilgem 200mg Injection does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Shilgem 200mg Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Shilgem 200mg Injection only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Shilgem 200mg Injection for mental disorders.

No

Shilgem 200mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Shilgem 200mg Injection

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Shilgem 200mg Injection and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Shilgem 200mg Injection

Information about the interaction of Shilgem 200mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

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

Shilgem 200mg Injection