Chemogef

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Chemogef Information

Chemogef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Other than this, Chemogef has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Chemogef depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Chemogef include Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. Some other side effects of Chemogef have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Chemogef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Chemogef has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Chemogef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Chemogef related warnings section.

Chemogef is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Gastritis as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Chemogef contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Chemogef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Chemogef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Chemogef Benefits & Uses

Chemogef is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Chemogef 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: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Chemogef Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Chemogef is used -

Severe

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Erythema
  • Increased Liver Enzymes
  • Pancreatic inflammation

Moderate

Mild

Common

  • Weakness
  • Dry Skin
  • Dark colored (brown) urine
  • Yellow eyes
  • Yellow skin

Chemogef Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Chemogef safe for pregnant women?


    Chemogef shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Chemogef safe during breastfeeding?


    Chemogef may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Chemogef on the Kidneys?


    Very few cases of side effects of Chemogef on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Chemogef on the Liver?


    Chemogef has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Chemogef on the Heart?


    Chemogef is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Chemogef with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Chemogef Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Chemogef

  • Is this Chemogef habit forming or addictive?


    Chemogef does not cause addiction.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Chemogef. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Chemogef should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Chemogef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Chemogef Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Chemogef


    It is safe to take Chemogef with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Chemogef


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Chemogef with alcohol.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Iressa (gefitinib tablets)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 870

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 610-612



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