Pemexar Information

Pemexar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Pemexar have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Pemexar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pemexar as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Pemexar are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Pemexar has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pemexar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Pemexar have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Pemexar may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Pemexar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Pemexar Benefits & Uses

Pemexar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Malignant Mesothelioma

Pemexar 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

Pemexar Related Warnings

Is the use of Pemexar safe for pregnant women?

Pemexar should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Pemexar safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Pemexar may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Pemexar should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Pemexar on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Pemexar. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pemexar on the Liver?

Pemexar is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pemexar on the Heart?

You can take Pemexar without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pemexar with Other Drugs

Pemexar 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

Pemexar Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Pneumonitis
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Pemexar

Is this Pemexar habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pemexar is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Pemexar as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pemexar only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Pemexar for mental disorders.

No

Pemexar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pemexar

Taking Pemexar with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pemexar

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Pemexar.

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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