Prexx 500mg Injection

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Prexx 500 MG Description

Prexx 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 doc

tor or nurse. You should avoid self-injecting.

Product Summary

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Contains	Pemetrexed(500.0 Mg)
Uses	Lung cancer
Side effects	Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea
Therapy	ANTI-NEOPLASTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Prexx 500 MG

For the treatment of lung cancer

Contraindications of Prexx 500 MG

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

Side effects of Prexx 500 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

Precautions and Warnings of Prexx 500 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Prexx Injection during pregnancy?

Prexx 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.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Prexx Injection while breastfeeding?

You should not breastfeeding while on treatment with this medicine, as it is unknown if pemetrexed passes into breast milk

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Prexx Injection?

This medicine may make you feel tired, caution is needed while driving or operating machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Prexx Injection?

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.

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

Mode of Action of Prexx 500 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.

Directions for Use of Prexx 500 MG

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

Interactions of Prexx 500 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Prexx 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.

Storage and disposal of Prexx 500 MG

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

Dosage of Prexx 500 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, ...

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...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Mansi Savla

B. Pharm, PharmD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the composition of Prexx Injection?

A: Prexx Injection contains pemetrexed as its active ingredient.

Q: What is the use of Prexx Injection?

A: Prexx Injection is used for the treatment of lung cancer such as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)

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Last Updated on: 22 Jun 2022 | 08:56 PM (IST)

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