Pexitaz Benefits & Uses

Pexitaz is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Malignant Mesothelioma

Pexitaz Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Head and neck cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 830 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 500 mg/m² IV over 10 minutes on Day 1 of each 21-days cycle, given in combination with cisplatin
Geriatric	Disease: Head and neck cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 830 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 500 mg/m² IV over 10 minutes on Day 1 of each 21-days cycle, given in combination with cisplatin

Pexitaz Related Warnings

Is the use of Pexitaz safe for pregnant women?

Pexitaz should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Pexitaz safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Pexitaz. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Pexitaz on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pexitaz. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pexitaz on the Liver?

Pexitaz does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pexitaz on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Pexitaz for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pexitaz with Other Drugs

Pexitaz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Adalimumab

Leflunomide

Clozapine

Etanercept

Moderate

Warfarin

Aspirin

Pexitaz Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pexitaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Pneumonitis
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Pexitaz

Is this Pexitaz habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pexitaz is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pexitaz as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Pexitaz is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Pexitaz is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Pexitaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pexitaz

It is safe to take Pexitaz with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pexitaz

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pexitaz.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 999-1000

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 863

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Alimta (pemetrexed disodium)

Pexitaz 500 Mg Injection