Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Other than this, Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection is Unknown for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Infections are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Gemtaz 200 Mg 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Gemtaz for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Gemtaz may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Gemtaz should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Gemtaz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Gemtaz. 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 Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Gemtaz on the heart have been reported.
Gemtaz 200 Mg 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 Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemtaz 200 Mg Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Gemtaz 200 Mg 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