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Pexotra is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Pexotra also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Pexotra depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pexotra can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pexotra go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Pexotra has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pexotra's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Pexotra are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Pexotra may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pexotra is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Pexotra is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Pexotra safe for pregnant women?
Pexotra has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pexotra without medical advice.
Is the use of Pexotra safe during breastfeeding?
Pexotra may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Pexotra on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Pexotra. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Pexotra on the Liver?
Pexotra is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Pexotra on the Heart?
Pexotra is completely safe for the heart.
Pexotra should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pexotra unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pexotra habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Pexotra.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pexotra as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pexotra is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pexotra for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pexotra
Taking Pexotra with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pexotra
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Pexotra with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Alimta (pemetrexed disodium)