Mfd. by :- Cipla (Fulfilled By : Magicine Pharma)
Magicine Pharma is registered with the Government Of NCT, India, Ministry Of Health in Government of Delhi, India, registration number DL-RAJ-122372 and as a wholesale distributor, department file No. 44208.
Brand name:- Pemeta
Generic name:- Pemetrexed
Manufacturer:- Cipla
Dosage form:- Injection
Strength:- 100mg
Composition:- Pemetrexed
Packaging:- 1vial
Indication:- Lung cancer
Storage:- Store in a refrigerator
Pemeta (Pemetrexed) injection is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. This injection works by disrupting the cancer cell multiplication. This medication is given by your doctor or nurse. Take this medicine according to your doctor’s dosing schedule. Do not take this medicine in the wrong way as it may lead to some severe side effects. Close monitoring of blood cell count and kidney function is required during treatment with this medicine. Your dosage will depend on the medical condition and your response to the treatment.
Pemeta inhibits the in vitro growth of mesothelioma cell lines (MSTO-211H, NCI-H2052). Pemetrexed is an antifolate containing the pyrrolopyrimidine-based nucleus that exerts its antineoplastic activity by disrupting the folate-dependent anti metabolic process essential for cell replication. Pemeta administered as a single agent in doses ranging from 0.2 to 838mg/m2 infused over a 10 minute period.
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This medicine may cause some serious and unwanted side effects. Which requires immediate medical attention otherwise it can also lead to higher risk. Do not forget to discuss the risk and benefits of this medication with your doctor.
Diarrhea
Cough
Hair loss
Sore throat
Loss of appetite
Rash
Anemia
Shortness of breath
Abdominal pain
Redness of skin
Chest pain
Bleeding
Feeling tired
Weight loss
Constipation
Pale skin
Cough
Neuropathy
Stomatitis
Redness of skin
Itching
Pain and tears in eyes.
Fever and chills
Nausea
Mouth ulcers
Skin rash
Decreased urine output
Blood in urine and stools
Vomiting
Low white blood cell
Reduced platelet
Note- please contact your doctor if any side effect occurs.
Use this injection as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine in the wrong way and make sure to take this medication according to your dosing schedule. Dose administration should be decided by your doctor according to your response to the treatment.
In case you missed a dose, immediately contact your doctor. It is important to take the dose of this medicine as scheduled by your medical advisor.
Emergency medical treatment is required. Please contact your medical advisor in case of an overdose.
Pemetrexed is given as an infusion into the vein. This medication is usually given every 3 weeks. This medicine works by interfering with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents cancer cells from multiplying. Disclose your previous medical history with your medical advisor before starting treatment with this medicine. Take this medicine prescribed by your doctor and try not to miss your dosing schedule. Protect this medicine from heat and light.
Before starting treatment with the Pemeta injection, do not forget to discuss your previous medical history with your doctor.
Contraception
Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Children and adolescents
This medicine is not advisable for use in children and adolescents.
Pregnancy
Pemeta injection shouldn’t be used by women who are pregnant. It is recommended that this medication should be avoided during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless it is necessary. Please consult your doctor.
This medicine decreases the platelets count. Close monitoring of blood cell count is required with this treatment.
This medication may cause serious skin reactions
This medicine increases the risk of infection.
Close monitoring of kidney function is required with this treatment.
Do not freeze or shake the solution.
Not safe for pregnant women.
It may harm your kidney function.
Do not breastfeed during the treatment with Pemeta.
Ans. This medication is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer or malignant pleural mesothelioma (a form of lung cancer).
Ans. This medicine interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of cancerous cells by substituting their building blocks. It stops the growth of cancer cells.
Ans. This injection is administered in your vein by your doctor or nurse. Make sure to take the dose according to your dosing schedule.
Ans. Some common side effects are:- constipation, weight loss, fever, abdominal pain, cough, diarrhea, chest pain, shortness of breath, bleeding, pale skin.
Ans. It is available in the strength of 100mg.
Ans. Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restriction.
Ans. The effect of this medicine usually lasts for about 6 to 9 hours.
Ans. Maintain good nutrition and keep yourself hydrated during treatment with this medicine.
Ans. This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.
Ans. Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol
Ans. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms of dizziness because it may affect your ability to drive.
Ans. This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless it is necessary.
Ans. Store this medicine in the refrigerator. Do not freeze or shake the medicine.
Ans. In case you miss a dose, immediately contact your doctor.
Interactions may change how your medication works and increase the risk for side effects. Don’t forget to discuss your previous medical history with your medical advisor.
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Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Pemeta injection is not recommended for use in patients with known allergy to pemetrexed
This medicine is contracted in patients with known hypersensitivity to pemetrexed.