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Gemtaz is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Gemtaz have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Gemtaz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Gemtaz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gemtaz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Gemtaz's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Gemtaz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Gemtaz related warnings section.
Gemtaz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gemtaz in conditions like Heart Disease, Infections. The section on Gemtaz contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Gemtaz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Gemtaz is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Gemtaz is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Gemtaz safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Gemtaz will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Gemtaz safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Gemtaz. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gemtaz on the Kidneys?
Gemtaz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gemtaz on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Gemtaz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Gemtaz on the Heart?
Gemtaz has very mild side effects on the heart.
Gemtaz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gemtaz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gemtaz habit forming or addictive?
Gemtaz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Gemtaz as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Gemtaz only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Gemtaz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Gemtaz
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Gemtaz, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gemtaz
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gemtaz with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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