GemBion 1000 Injection

GemBion 1000 Injection is a chemotherapy medication containing gemcitabine. It is indicated for the treatment of bladder, breast, ovarian, pancreatic, and non-small cell lung cancers. Cancer is a disorder characterised by uncontrolled and abnormal cell multiplication. Inform your doctor if you have heart disease, liver disorders, kidney disorders, have recently undergone radiotherapy, or received vaccination before commencing this medicine. GemBion 1000 Injection is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age. Your doctor will monitor your blood cell counts and assess kidney and liver function at each administration. Use effective contraception during treatment and for at least six months following the final dose. This injection may impair fertility in male patients. Men receiving this medicine should avoid fathering a child during treatment and for 6 months after completion of treatment. Inform your physician if you follow a salt-restricted diet, as this medicine contains sodium. Report to your doctor immediately if you experience shortness of breath, wheezing, changes in urine colour or volume, bleeding, or upper abdominal pain while receiving GemBion 1000 Injection.

Bladder cancer, in combination with cisplatin Ovarian cancer, in combination with carboplatin Breast cancer, in combination with paclitaxel Pancreatic cancer Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), alone or in combination with cisplatin.

GemBion 1000 Injection blocks the ability of cancer cells to process DNA replication, which is essential for the cells to divide and grow. This can prevent or stop the growth of cancer cells.

GemBion 1000 Injection is administered as an intravenous infusion into the vein. If this injection is recommended for you, it will be given by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Pulmonary toxicity (shortness of breath, wheezing, cough) Hemolytic-uremic syndrome (Changes in the volume or colour of urine, increased bruising, or bleeding) Pain or tenderness in the upper abdomen Allergic reactions, rashes, fever, swelling or sores in the mouth Common Nausea, vomiting Low blood cell count Loss of appetite Hair loss Swelling of ankles, feet, and fingers Insomnia Constipation, diarrhea Headache Runny nose, chills Muscle pain, back pain Sweating hair loss liver problems blood in urine abnormal urine test Oedema (swelling of ankles, fingers, feet, face)