Prexx 500mg Injection
By CELON LABORATORIES LTD
1 Injection(s) in 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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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
Q:
Can I take Prexx Injection during pregnancy?
A:
- 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
Q:
Can I take Prexx 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
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Prexx Injection?
A:
This medicine may make you feel tired, caution is needed while driving or operating machines.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Prexx 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.
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 surgery or vaccination scheduled....
- 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, seek medical help....
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 doctor and nurse....
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)
References
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- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2022 [cited 8 June 2022]
- Pemetrexed SUN 500 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 8 June 2022]
- Pemetrexed SUN 500 mg powder for concentrate for solution for infusion - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 8 June 2022]
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