Pleumet Information

Pleumet is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Pleumet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Pleumet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Pleumet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Pleumet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Pleumet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pleumet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pleumet contraindications section.

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

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

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

Pleumet Benefits & Uses

Pleumet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Malignant Mesothelioma

Pleumet 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

Pleumet Related Warnings

Is the use of Pleumet safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Pleumet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Pleumet on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Pleumet on the Liver?

Pleumet is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pleumet on the Heart?

Pleumet is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pleumet with Other Drugs

Pleumet 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

Pleumet Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Pneumonitis
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Pleumet

Is this Pleumet habit forming or addictive?

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

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

After taking Pleumet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pleumet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Pleumet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Pleumet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pleumet

Taking Pleumet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pleumet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pleumet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Alimta (pemetrexed disodium)

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