ZUPEMED 100MG INJ - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 Precautions
5 Common Side-Effects
6 Serious Side-Effects
7 Disease Interactions
8 Technical Classification
9 Available Alternatives
- 9.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
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Overview

ZUPEMED 100MG INJ is a Schedule H drug.

ZUPEMED 100MG INJ is composed of: PEMETREXED (100.0 MG)

Pemetrexed is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.Pemetrexed is also used with another medication called cisplatin to treat mesothelioma, a form of lung cancer associated with exposure to asbestos.Take folic acid and vitamin B12 during your treatment with pemetrexed.Pemetrexed interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

Usage

PEMETREXED is generally used to treat: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma
PEMETREXED can address symptoms like: Loss Of Appetite, Night Sweats, Chest Pain, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Nausea, Shortness Of Breath

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Precautions

You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to pemetrexed.
Do not use pemetrexed if you are pregnant.
Pemetrexed is usually given every 3 weeks.
To prevent certain side effects of pemetrexed, you will need to take folic acid supplements and receive vitamin B12 injections (starting 7 days before your first dose of pemetrexed). Take only the amount of folic acid that your doctor has prescribed.
Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections.
Avoid activities that may increase your risk of bleeding or injury.
Use extra care to prevent bleeding while shaving or brushing your teeth.
Do not receive a "live" vaccine while using pemetrexed, and avoid coming into contact with anyone who has recently received a live vaccine.
This medicine can pass into body fluids (urine, feces, vomit).
For at least 48 hours after you receive a dose, avoid allowing your body fluids to come into contact with your hands or other surfaces.
Caregivers should wear rubber gloves while cleaning up a patient’s body fluids, handling contaminated trash or laundry or changing diapers.
Wash hands before and after removing gloves.
Wash soiled clothing and linens separately from other laundry.

Common Side-Effects

PEMETREXED : Skin Rash, Pharyngitis, Stomatitis, Diarrhoea, Neuropathy, Itchy Skin, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of Appetite, Mouth Upset Stomach, Vomit, Hair Loss, Chills, Cough, Fever, Loss Of Coordination, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Decreased Urination, Fainting, Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Increased Thirst, Eyes Swelling, Face Swelling, Fingers Swelling, Wheezing, Weight Gain

Serious Side-Effects

PEMETREXED : Mouth Ulcer, Infertility, Sunburn, Chest Pain, Gums Bleeding, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Groin Pain, Pain With Urination, Shortness Of Breath, Slurred Speech, Difficulty Breathing, Eyes Change In Vision, Mouth Soreness, Fatigue (tiredness)

Disease Interactions

PEMETREXED can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

PEMETREXED is categorized as: ANTIMETABOLITES / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALIMTA 100MG INJ	INR 17683 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
ALIMTA 500MG INJ	INR 80668.3 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PAMIGLAN 500MG INFUSION	INR 156451 for 50 ML INFUSION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMCURE 100MG INJ	INR 1500 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMCURE 500MG INJ	INR 4500 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMECAD 100MG INJ	INR 6040.2 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMECAD 500MG INJ	INR 19255.3 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMEETRON 100MG INJ	INR 5142.86 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMEETRON 500MG INJ	INR 21142.9 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMETREXED		PEMETREXED
PEMEX 500MG INJ	INR 25400 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMEXAR 100MG INJ	INR 5000 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMEXAR 500MG INJ	INR 19000 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMGEM 100MG INJ	INR 4882.47 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMGEM 500MG INJ	INR 19714.8 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMMET 100MG INJ	INR 1389.26 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMMET 500MG INJ	INR 26775 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMNAT 100MG INJ	INR 4900 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMNAT 500MG INJ	INR 24519.2 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMOTIDE 100MG INJ	INR 2362.5 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMOTIDE 500MG INJ	INR 8766.25 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEMPRO 100MG INJ	INR 8500 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEMPRO 500MG INJ	INR 27500 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEXETRUST 100MG INJ	INR 1812.5 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEXETRUST 500MG INJ	INR 18857.1 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEXITAZ 100MG INJ	INR 2422.17 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEXITAZ 500MG INJ	INR 12785 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PEXOTRA 100MG INJ	INR 2350 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PEXOTRA 500MG INJ	INR 11250 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
PLEUMET 100MG INJ	INR 4663.47 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
PLEUMET 500MG INJ	INR 21995.3 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
TEMERAN 100MG INJ	INR 1980 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
TEMERAN 500MG INJ	INR 11309.5 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG
ZUPEMED 100MG INJ	INR 4333.33 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 100.0 MG
ZUPEMED 500MG INJ	INR 14900 for 1 INJECTION	PEMETREXED 500.0 MG