GEMCITABINE

Overview

GEMCITABINE is a Schedule H drug.
Gemcitabine is used to treat variety of cancers including Breast, Ovarian, Lung and pancreatic cancers.
It belongs to the group of class called nucleoside metabolic inhibitors.
It works by killing cancers cells and preventing its growth.

Usage

GEMCITABINE is generally used to treat: Ovarian Cancer, Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer
GEMCITABINE can address symptoms like: Sudden Numbness Or Weakness On One Side Of Body

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

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in the patients with history of Bone marrow depression, Liver and Kidney impairment and Radiation theraphy.
Avoid vaccination while taking this medication.
It may lead to poor blood clot. Avoid bruising or injury.
It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid driving while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

GEMCITABINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Chest Pain, Gums Soreness

Common Side-Effects

GEMCITABINE : Paresthesia, Asthenia, Alopecia, Headache, Insomnia, Edema, Myalgia, Influenza, Constipation, Neutropenia, Gums Bleeding, Pale Skin, Dizziness, Fever, Chills, Loss Of Appetite, Runny Nose, Throat Soreness, Nausea, Weight Loss (unintentional)

Serious Side-Effects

GEMCITABINE : Heart Failure, Heart Arrhythmias, Bronchospasm Cough, Pneumonia, Acute Kidney Failure, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Fainting, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Slurred Speech, Noisy Breathing

Rare Side-Effects

GEMCITABINE : Thrombocytosis, Pruritus, Ischemic Colitis, Lyell’s Syndrome, Confusion, Difficulty Breathing, Skin Irritation

Disease Interactions

GEMCITABINE can interfere with: Acute Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Failure, Paresthesia, Pulmonary Edema, Cardiac Arrest, Myeloma, Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, Edema

Technical Classification

GEMCITABINE is categorized as: PURINE NUCLEOSIDES / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with GEMCITABINE as Ingredient

ATSURE 1.4GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.4 GM
ATSURE 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
ATSURE 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
CELGEM 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
CELGEM 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
CELZAR 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
CELZAR 1400MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1400.0 MG
CELZAR 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
CITABOL 1400MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1400.0 MG
CITABOL 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
CITAFINE 1400MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1400.0 MG
CITAFINE 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
CITAFINE 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
CYTOGEM 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
CYTOGEM 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
EMCITABEN 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
EMCITABEN 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMACTA 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
GEMACTA 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMBIN 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
GEMBIN 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMCE FIL 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
GEMCE FIL 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMCHEM 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
GEMCHEM 1400MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1400.0 MG
GEMCHEM 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMCIGLAN 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
GEMCIGLAN 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMCITABINE 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
GEMCITABINE 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMCITAPAR 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
GEMCITAPAR 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMCITE 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
GEMCITE 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMIBINE 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
GEMIBINE 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMITA 1000MG/62.5MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG, MANNITOL 62.5 MG
GEMITA 1400MG/87.5MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1400.0 MG, MANNITOL 87.5 MG
GEMITA 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMITRATE 1400MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1400.0 MG
GEMITRATE 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMIZAN 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
GEMIZAN 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMKERB 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
GEMKERB 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMPOWER 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
GEMPOWER 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
GEMTAZ 1 GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
GEMTAZ INJ 1GM	GEMCITABINE 1 GM
GEMTERO 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
GEMTRUST 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
GEMTRUST 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
ONCOGEM 1.4GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.4 GM
SHANCYTE 1GM INFUSION	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
SHANCYTE 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
TABICAD 1000MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 1000.0 MG
TABICAD 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
WINOGEM 1.4GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.4 GM
WINOGEM 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
WINOGEM 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
XTROZ 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
XTROZ 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG
ZYGEM 1GM INJ	GEMCITABINE 1.0 GM
ZYGEM 200MG INJ	GEMCITABINE 200.0 MG