Gemzar 1g Injection
Prescription Required
Manufactured By
lilly
Pack of
1 Injection
Salt Composition
Gemcitabine Injection IP
Storage
Keep in cold place

Delivering To:
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Overview
Gemzar 1g Injection belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat patients diagnosed with Lung, Breast, Pancreatic, and Ovarian cancer. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in the early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Gemzar Injection is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Indication
Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pancreatic cancer, Ovarian cancer
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Description
Gemzar 1g Injection is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of various types of cancers. The active ingredient of Gemzar is Gemcitabine, which belongs to the drug class of antimetabolites. It is administered as an injection by an experienced nurse or medical professional. This injection works by killing the cancer cells, thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of Gemzar Injection are decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and the body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this medicine until your doctor says to do so.
Side Effects
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Gemzar 1g Injection. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Gemzar 1g Injection are mentioned below:
Anemia
Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Hair Loss
Weakness
Sore throat
Weight loss
Constipation
Loss of appetite
Fluctuations in blood pressure
Skin Rashes, redness, and itchiness
Severe side effects
Mouth ulcer
Liver damage
Irregular heartbeat
Secondary cancers (leukemia)
Severe allergic in tongue and throat
How To Use
Gemzar 1g Injection is a prescription-based anticancer drug. It is advised to take this injection after consulting your healthcare expert. This medicine should be given intravenously by an experienced nurse or doctor. Please do not self-administer.
How It Works
Gemzar 1g Injection disturbs the growth of DNA and RNA in the cancer cells. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying in the body. This medicine helps to slow down the growth of cancer cells and reduce the size of tumors in patients suffering from NSCLC (non-small cell lung cancer) and other cancers.
Safety Advice

Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Gemzar 1g Injection. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.

Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Gemzar 1g Injection may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.

Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Gemzar 1g Injection is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.

Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Gemzar 1g Injection.

Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Gemzar 1g Injection.

Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Gemzar 1g Injection if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
Missed Doses
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Gemzar 1g Injection. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Quick Tips
It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Gemzar 1g Injection.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Gemzar 1g Injection. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), and Heart function at proper intervals after taking Gemzar 1g Injection.
Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Gemzar 1g Injection. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Gemzar 1g Injection. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Gemzar 1g Injection, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Gemzar 1g Injection. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Gemzar 1g Injection, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.
If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Gemzar 1g Injection like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to Inform your doctor as soon as possible.
FAQs
No, A person should avoid drinking alcohol while taking Gemzar 1g Injection as the interaction between both is unknown.
This Injection is a chemotherapy medication that may reduce the symptoms of the disease and help to treat it to a certain extent.
Gemzar Injection should be avoided by people having severe liver disease, low white blood cell counts, or hypersensitivity reactions to the ingredients present in the injection.
No, It is not safe to take vaccinations while undergoing treatment with Gemzar 1g Injection. As there are chances of interaction between live vaccine with this Injection. Always consult your doctor in such cases.
Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are advised not to take this medicine. Always share with your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding.