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Gemcite 1 Gm Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Gemcite 1 Gm Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gemcite 1 Gm Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection is Unknown for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gemcite 1 Gm Injection related warnings talks about Gemcite 1 Gm Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Infections must refrain from the use of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gemcite 1 Gm Injection contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Gemcite 1 Gm Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Gemcite 1 Gm Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gemcite 1 Gm Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Gemcite will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Gemcite should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Gemcite on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Gemcite. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Gemcite 1 Gm Injection on the Heart?
Gemcite may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Gemcite 1 Gm Injection 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 Gemcite 1 Gm Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gemcite 1 Gm Injection habit forming or addictive?
Gemcite 1 Gm Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Gemcite 1 Gm Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gemcite 1 Gm Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gemcite 1 Gm Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gemcite 1 Gm Injection
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Gemcite 1 Gm Injection together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemcite 1 Gm Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gemcite 1 Gm Injection with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gemzar® (Gemcitabine HCl)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 612-614
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