Pexate Benefits & Uses

Pexate is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

Pexate 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

Pexate Related Warnings

Is the use of Pexate safe for pregnant women?

Pexate shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Pexate safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Pexate on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Pexate on the Liver?

Pexate does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Pexate on the Heart?

Using Pexate does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pexate with Other Drugs

Pexate 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

Pexate Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Pneumonitis
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Pexate

Is this Pexate habit forming or addictive?

Pexate does not cause addiction.

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 Pexate can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Pexate 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 Pexate for mental disorders.

No

Pexate Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pexate

You can take Pexate with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pexate

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

Unknown

See all substitutes for Pexate

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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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