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Pemetero 500 mg Injection Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

PEMETREXED-500MG

Uses:

Treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma

Medicinal Benefits:

Pemetero 500 mg Injection contains Pemetrexed, which belongs to the group of medicines called anti-folate anti-neoplastic agents indicated in the treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma and non-small cell lung cancer in initial treatment in combination with cisplatin, as maintenance treatment of patients whose disease has not progressed after four cycles of platinum-based first-line chemotherapy and after prior chemotherapy as a single agent. Pemetero 500 mg Injection treats cancer by blocking the action of substances that may help the cancer cells multiply.

FAQs

Pemetero 500 mg Injection is used to treat Non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma.

Pemetero 500 mg Injection works by blocking the action of substances that may help the cancer cells multiply.

Pemetero 500 mg Injection may affect your ability to have children. Seek advice from the doctor about sperm storage before initiation of therapy. Use effective contraception and avoid fathering a child during treatment and for up to 3 months afterwards.

Pemetero 500 mg Injection may suppress bone marrow suppression, resulting in cytopenia (low white blood cells, red blood cells, or platelets) and increased risk of infection. The doctor may adjust the dose based on the blood cell count and non-hematologic toxicity.

To lower the chances of side effects during anticancer treatment, your doctor may prescribe supplements like folic acid and vitamin B12 prior to and during treatment with Pemetero 500 mg Injection.

No, Pemetero 500 mg Injection is not a vesicant (irritant).

Pemetero 500 mg Injection is safe when used as per the dose and duration advised by a doctor.

Yes, Pemetero 500 mg Injection may cause hair loss as its side effect. If you have any concerns, contact your doctor.

Pemetero 500 mg Injection causes side effects such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, tiredness, pain/redness/swelling/ sores in the mouth, sore throat, skin rash, hair loss and low white blood cells. These side effects do not require medical attention and will gradually reduce over time. Please, contact a doctor if these persist or worsen.