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Pemetero 100 mg Injection 1's

Pemetero 100 mg Injection 1's

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Composition

PEMETREXED-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Hetero Drugs Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Pemetero 100 mg Injection

Pemetero 100 mg Injection belongs to the group of medicines called folate analogue metabolic inhibitors used alone or in combination with other anti-cancer medicines to treat non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma (cancer affecting the lining of the lung).

Pemetero 100 mg Injection contains Pemetrexed, which works by blocking the action of substances that may help the cancer cells multiply.

In some cases, Pemetero 100 mg Injection may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. Do not be reluctant to talk with your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.

Do not use Pemetero 100 mg Injection if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Pemetero 100 mg Injection is not recommended for children below 18 years. Women and men should use effective contraception during treatment with Pemetero 100 mg Injection and for 6 and 3 months afterwards. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Pemetero 100 mg Injection

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

Medicinal Benefits

Pemetero 100 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 100 mg Injection treats cancer by blocking the action of substances that may help the cancer cells multiply.

Directions for Use

Pemetero 100 mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Pemetero 100 mg Injection

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Tiredness
  • Pain, redness, swelling or sores in the mouth
  • Infection
  • Sore throat
  • Low white blood cells, haemoglobin levels
  • Skin rash
  • Flaking skin

Drug Warnings

Do not use Pemetero 100 mg Injection if you are allergic to any of its components, pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have taken or plan to receive yellow fever vaccination. Inform the doctor if you have/had heart disease, kidney problems, have had or are going to have radiation therapy, or have accumulation of fluid around the lungs. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms of fever or infection; pain, sores, redness or swelling in the mouth; chest pain or a fast heartbeat; allergic reaction (skin rash, burning/prickling sensation, or fever); Stevens-Johnson Syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis (severe rash, itching, or blistering); low haemoglobin levels (tiredness, feeling faint, paleness, or becoming easily breathless); low platelet count (bleeding from gums/nose/mouth, bleeding that does not stop, unexpected bruising, reddish or pinkish urine); or blood clot in the blood vessels of the lungs (sudden breathlessness, cough with bloody sputum or intense chest pain).

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you take NSAIDs (ibuprofen) or nephrotoxic drugs.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems or heart disease.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • IBUPROFEN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Include vegetables and fruits in your diet.
  • Avoid fast food, fried, processed food, refined carbs, and added sugar.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Drink enough water and eat fibre-rich foods, vegetables and fruits.

Special Advise

  • The doctor may advise blood tests to evaluate your liver/kidney function and blood cell count.
  • Women must use effective contraception during treatment and for six months after receiving the last dose.
  • Men are advised to use effective contraception during treatment and for three months after the end of the treatment. 
  • You are recommended to take the supplements as advised by the doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Non-small cell lung cancer: It is a disease in which cancer cells form in the tissues of the lungs. The major risk factor for non-small cell lung cancer is smoking. Symptoms include a cough that does not go away and shortness of breath.

Malignant pleural mesothelioma: It is a type of cancer that develops in the mesothelium (a lining that covers the outer surface of organs), predominantly caused by exposure to asbestos. Symptoms of mesothelioma in the lining of the lungs include chest pain, shortness of breath, extreme tiredness, persistent cough, loss of appetite, unexplained weight loss, fever and sweating, particularly at night.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known if alcohol affects Pemetero 100 mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Pemetrexed belongs to pregnancy category D. The use of Pemetero 100 mg Injection should be avoided during pregnancy as it might harm the unborn baby.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Breastfeeding must be discontinued during treatment with Pemetero 100 mg Injection.

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Driving

Caution

Pemetero 100 mg Injection may cause tiredness. Caution is advised while driving or operating heavy machinery.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Pemetero 100 mg Injection.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. If you have a history of kidney disease, inform your doctor before receiving Pemetero 100 mg Injection.

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Children

Unsafe

Pemetero 100 mg Injection is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

2Nd Floor, 8-3-166/7/1 Erragadda, Hyderabad-500018
Other Info - PEM0024

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FAQs

Pemetero 100 mg Injection is used to treat Non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma.
Pemetero 100 mg Injection works by blocking the action of substances that may help the cancer cells multiply.
Pemetero 100 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 100 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 100 mg Injection.

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