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Pempro 100 Mg Injection 1

By ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED
15 Injection(s) in Injection
MRP 8500.00
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Pempro 100 MG Description

Pempro Injection is an anti-cancer medication containing pemetrexed as its main component. It is used in the treatment of lung cancer. This medicine will be given to you in hospital or clinic by a do

ctor or nurse. You should avoid self-injecting.

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Product Summary

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ContainsPemetrexed(100.0 Mg)
UsesLung cancer
Side effectsNausea, vomiting, diarrhoea
TherapyANTI-NEOPLASTIC
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uses

Uses of Pempro 100 MG

For the treatment of lung cancer
contraindications

Contraindications of Pempro 100 MG

  • If you are allergic to pemetrexed or any of the ingredient of Pempro Injection
  • If you are a breastfeeding mother
  • If you have taken or are about to take a vaccine against yellow fever
sideEffects

Side effects of Pempro 100 MG

  • Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea
  • Indigestion, constipation, stomach pain
  • Fever, infection
  • Fatigue, dizziness, loss of appetite
  • Skin rash, redness, itching
  • Pain, swelling, sores in the mouth
  • Chest pain
  • Hair loss
  • Low blood platelets, anaemia, low WBCs
precautionsAndWarnings

Precautions and Warnings of Pempro 100 MG

pregnancy

Pregnancy

Q:
Can I take Pempro Injection during pregnancy?
A:
  • Pempro Injection should not be used during pregnancy unless your doctor considers it essential after assessing the benefits over risks.
  • Use effective contraception during treatment & for about 6 months after stopping the treatment.
breastfeeding

Breast Feeding

Q:
Can I take Pempro Injection while breastfeeding?
A:
You should not breastfeeding while on treatment with this medicine, as it is unknown if pemetrexed passes into breast milk
driving

Driving

Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Pempro Injection?
A:
This medicine may make you feel tired, caution is needed while driving or operating machines.
alcohol

Alcohol

Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Pempro Injection?
A:
Although there is no known interaction with alcohol and this medicine, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of consuming alcohol regularly.
otherGeneralWarnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
  • You had or still have problems with your heart or kidneys
  • You had or are scheduled to have radiation therapy
  • You have been vaccinated recently
  • You have a condition of fluids accumulated around the lungs
  • This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age
modeOfAction

Mode of Action of Pempro 100 MG

How Does It Work?

Pemetrexed interacts with DNA (genetic material) and causes certain changes in the DNA. This results in problems in DNA synthesis leading to anti-cancer effects.
directionsForUse

Directions for Use of Pempro 100 MG

Pempro Injection will be given in hospital by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject.
interactions

Interactions of Pempro 100 MG

Interactions with other medicines

  • Some medicines can affect the way Pempro 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 sur...
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  • Especially if you are taking medicine such as painkillers, blood thinners, water pills, cyclosporin, probenecid, penicillin or you have taken an live vaccines.
storageAndDisposal

Storage and disposal of Pempro 100 MG

  • Store Pempro Injection under the conditions mentioned on the pack.
  • Keep it away from children and pets
dosage

Dosage of Pempro 100 MG

Overdose

This injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely that you may get an overdose of this medicine. If you experience any symptoms right after taking this injection, ...
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Missed a Dose

The doctor or nurse usually gives this injection in the hospital or clinic. Therefore, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you feel that a dose has been missed, please inform your doct...
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Content Details

WRITTEN BY
doctor

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY
doctor

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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Q: What is the composition of Pempro Injection?

A: Pempro Injection contains pemetrexed as its active ingredient.

Q: What is the use of Pempro Injection?

A: Pempro Injection is used for the treatment of lung cancer such as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)
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27/06/2024
Last Updated on: 22 Jun 2022 | 08:56 PM (IST)

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