Pemecad Information

Pemecad is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Pemecad have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Pemecad depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pemecad as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Pemecad 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.

Pemecad's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Pemecad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Pemecad contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Pemecad have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

Pemecad Benefits & Uses
Pemecad Dosage & How to Take
Pemecad Side Effects
Pemecad Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Pemecad with Other Drugs
Pemecad Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Pemecad
Pemecad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Pemecad Benefits & Uses

Pemecad is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Malignant Mesothelioma

Pemecad 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

Pemecad Related Warnings

Is the use of Pemecad safe for pregnant women?

Pemecad has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Pemecad without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Pemecad safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Pemecad on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Pemecad. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pemecad on the Liver?

Pemecad is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pemecad on the Heart?

Pemecad is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pemecad with Other Drugs

Pemecad 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

Pemecad Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Pneumonitis
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Pemecad

Is this Pemecad habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pemecad.

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

After taking Pemecad, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pemecad can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Pemecad only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Pemecad in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Pemecad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pemecad

It is safe to take Pemecad with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pemecad

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

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)

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