Zupemed

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Zupemed Information

Zupemed is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. The alternative uses of Zupemed have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zupemed. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Zupemed side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zupemed 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.

Zupemed's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Zupemed related warnings talks about Zupemed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Zupemed contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Zupemed may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zupemed is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Zupemed Benefits & Uses

Zupemed is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Zupemed 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


Zupemed Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zupemed is used -

Severe

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Pharyngitis
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Hair Loss
  • Reduced blood platelets
  • Rash
  • Fatigue
  • Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Neuropathy

Moderate

Mild

Zupemed Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Zupemed safe for pregnant women?


    Zupemed 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 Zupemed safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Zupemed. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Zupemed on the Kidneys?


    Zupemed may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Zupemed on the Liver?


    There are no any side effects of Zupemed on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Zupemed on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Zupemed for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Zupemed with Other Drugs

Zupemed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Zupemed Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Zupemed

  • Is this Zupemed habit forming or addictive?


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

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


    No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Zupemed can make you feel drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


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

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


    There is no benefit of taking Zupemed for mental disorders.

    No

Zupemed Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Zupemed


    Taking Zupemed with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Zupemed


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zupemed with alcohol will be.

    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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