Cytogem Information

Cytogem is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. The alternative uses of Cytogem have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Cytogem depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cytogem as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cytogem go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cytogem is Unknown for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Cytogem's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Infections must refrain from the use of Cytogem since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Cytogem contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Cytogem may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cytogem is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Cytogem Benefits & Uses

Cytogem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pancreatic Cancer
Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Cytogem 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(Female)	Disease: Ovarian Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Pancreatic Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Ovarian Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1400 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cytogem Related Warnings

Is the use of Cytogem safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Cytogem in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Cytogem safe during breastfeeding?

Cytogem should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Cytogem on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Cytogem on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Cytogem on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cytogem. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cytogem on the Heart?

Cytogem is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cytogem with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Clozapine

Moderate

Anakinra

Anakinra Injection

Carbamazepine

Bleomycin

Fluorouracil

Cytogem Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Infections
Edema
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cytogem

Is this Cytogem habit forming or addictive?

Cytogem is not addictive in nature.

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

Cytogem will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Cytogem is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Cytogem for mental disorders.

No

Cytogem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cytogem

There is no information on the effects of taking Cytogem with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Cytogem

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

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gemzar® (Gemcitabine HCl)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 612-614

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