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Pemetero 100 Mg Injection 1

15 Injection(s) in Injection

MRP2750.00

2062.50

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137.5/injection (Inclusive of all taxes)
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HETERO HEALTHCARE LIMITED

Dosage

INJECTION

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Pemetrexed(100.0 Mg)
Uses
Lung cancers
Therapy
Anti-neoplastic
Side effects
Fever, vomiting, nausea, hair loss, loss of blood counts
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Assurance
Cash on delivery
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Regulated

Medical Description

Pemetero Injection is an anti-cancer medicine. Pemetero Injection contains pemetrexed as active ingredient. It may be administered alone or in combination with other medications, such as cisplatin, for the treatment of various types of lung cancer. It is recommended to consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before receiving this medicine. This medicine is administered as an Injection and should be given only by your doctor in a healthcare setting.

Uses

Pemetero Injection may be used for different types of lung cancer.

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to pemetrexed or any other ingredients present in this medicine.
  • If you are breastfeeding
  • If you received or plan to receive vaccine against yellow fever.

Side effects

  • Fever
  • Infection
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Dairrhoea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Hair loss
  • Loss of blood counts

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

It is unknown or having limited data about the use of this medicine in pregnant women or pregnancy confirmed women. However, like other anti-cancer medicines this medicine may also show birth defects or genetically damaging effects. Consult your doctor before you receive this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

It is unknown or having limited data about the use of this medicine that it may or may not excrete from the breast milk. It is recommended to consult your doctor before receiving this medicine.

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Driving

This medicine may cause fatigue. It is recommended to avoid activities like driving or operating machinery while you receive this medicine.

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Alcohol

Alcohol is processed by an organ (liver) in the body and liver is the main source for anti-cancer medicines to metabolize.Alcohol consumption may impair the function of liver and increase the risk of adverse effects. It is strictly not recommended to consume alcohol while receiving this medicine.

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Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You have kidney or liver problems
  • You have any history of radiation therapy or planning to undergo it
  • You are vaccinated or planned for any vaccination
  • You have any heart problems
  • You have any excess fluid present in and around lungs. If you are unsure consult your doctor.
  • Pemetero Injection is not relevant to use in children
  • It is recommended to use effective contraceptive measures to avoid the risk of birth defects. It is recommended to matured males that not to become a father during the treatment and thereafter, up to 6 months.
  • You have a known history of deficiency of folate and vitamin B12
  • You have lower blood counts. If you are unsure, then consult your doctor.

Directions for Use

This medicine will be given in hospital by your doctor or nurse as an Injection. Do not self-inject this medicine.

Storage and disposal

Store this medicine below 30°C, protected from bright light. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Dosage

Overdose

  • The posibility for the overdose is unlikely as this medicine will be administered/given by a healthcare professional. If any unusual signs and symptoms like rashes, fever, diarrhoea, etc experienced, then immediately inform your doctor.

Missed a Dose

The posibility for the missing a dose is unlikely as this medicine will be administered by a healthcare professional.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Pemetero Injection contains pemetrexed and it is cytotoxic drug. This means it will directly interfere with the process of cancer cell growth and its rapid production of cancer cells and stop the spread of cancer. It may also help in decrease in the size of tumors.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way Pemetero Injection works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
  • Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
  • Especially if you take/receive/administer medicines like ibuprofen for pain, other pain medicines, penicillin, probenecid etc.
  • The use of Pemetero Injection may have an increased risk of clot formation. Your doctor may prescribe anti-clot formation medicines to eliminate the risk.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

It is reported that there might be a posibilty that male patient who is receiving this medicine may cause irreversible infertility. Your doctor may advise you for counselling on sperm storage before intiating the treatment.

This medicine is used in the treatment of different forms of lung cancers.

This medicine contains Pemetrexed as the active ingredient.

This medicine is not recommended for use in children. It is also not advised for use in the elderly population (65 years and above).

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Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Pemetero 100 MG Injection (15) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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