Alimta 500 Mg Injection

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Alimta 500 Mg Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 30000
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 30000
105 people have bought this recently

Alimta 500 Mg Injection Information

Alimta 500 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Other than this, Alimta 500 Mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Alimta 500 Mg Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Alimta 500 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Alimta 500 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Alimta 500 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Alimta 500 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Alimta 500 Mg Injection related warnings section.

The section on Alimta 500 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Alimta 500 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Alimta 500 Mg Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Alimta 500 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Alimta 500 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Malignant Mesothelioma

Alimta 500 Mg Injection 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

Alimta 500 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Alimta 500 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Alimta. If you are pregnant, do not take Alimta without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Alimta 500 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Alimta may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Alimta 500 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?


    There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Alimta. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Alimta 500 Mg Injection on the Liver?


    Alimta is completely safe for the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Alimta 500 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    You can take Alimta without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Alimta 500 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alimta 500 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Alimta 500 Mg Injection

  • Is this Alimta 500 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Alimta 500 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Alimta 500 Mg Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Alimta 500 Mg Injection only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Alimta 500 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Alimta 500 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Alimta 500 Mg Injection


    It is safe to take Alimta 500 Mg Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Alimta 500 Mg Injection


    Information about the interaction of Alimta 500 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 999-1000

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 863

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Alimta (pemetrexed disodium)



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