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Gemizan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Gemizan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gemizan. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Gemizan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gemizan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Gemizan's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gemizan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gemizan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Infections as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Gemizan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Gemizan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gemizan, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gemizan 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 Gemizan safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Gemizan on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Gemizan safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Gemizan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Gemizan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Gemizan on the Kidneys?
Gemizan rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gemizan on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Gemizan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Gemizan only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gemizan on the Heart?
Gemizan is rarely harmful for the heart.
Gemizan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemizan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gemizan habit forming or addictive?
Gemizan does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Gemizan will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Gemizan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gemizan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gemizan
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gemizan together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemizan
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gemizan with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
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