Pemxcel 100 Injection
vial of 1.0 Injection.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Pemetrexed (100mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Pemxcel 100 Injection is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma. Pemxcel 100 Injection is given as an injection by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Pemxcel 100 Injection interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.
Is Pemxcel 100 Injection considered a vesicant?
No, Pemxcel 100 Injection does not fall under the category of vesicants.
What is the safety profile of Pemxcel 100 Injection?
Pemxcel 100 Injection is generally safe when used at prescribed doses for the recommended duration, as advised by your doctor.
Does Pemxcel 100 Injection lead to hair loss as a side effect?
Yes, hair loss is one of the possible side effects associated with the use of Pemxcel 100 Injection, which is a prescription chemotherapy medication.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, rash or severe diarrhea.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Pemxcel 100 Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Pemxcel 100 Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Pregnancy
Pemxcel 100 Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.