Pemcure Information

Pemcure is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Pemcure also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Pemcure is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Pemcure have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Pemcure normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

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

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

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

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

Pemcure Benefits & Uses

Pemcure is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Malignant Mesothelioma

Pemcure 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

Pemcure Related Warnings

Is the use of Pemcure safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Pemcure. If you are pregnant, do not take Pemcure without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Pemcure safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Pemcure on the Kidneys?

Pemcure can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pemcure on the Liver?

Pemcure is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pemcure on the Heart?

Pemcure is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pemcure with Other Drugs

Pemcure 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

Pemcure Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Pneumonitis
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Pemcure

Is this Pemcure habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pemcure.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Pemcure. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Pemcure 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 Pemcure for mental disorders.

No

Pemcure Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pemcure

It is safe to take Pemcure with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pemcure

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Pemcure 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

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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