Pexotra 100mg Injection

Pexotra 100mg Injection contains Pemetrexed, an anticancer medicine classified as an antifolate agent. It is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and malignant pleural mesothelioma, a cancer affecting the lining of the lungs. Depending on your treatment plan, it may be administered alone or in combination with other chemotherapy medicines such as cisplatin. To help reduce the risk of side effects, your doctor may also prescribe folic acid, vitamin B12, and corticosteroids before and during treatment.

Before each infusion, blood tests are performed to assess your kidney and liver function and ensure your blood cell counts are adequate. Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney disease, heart problems, fluid around the lungs, recent radiotherapy, or vaccinations. Women should avoid becoming pregnant during treatment and for at least 6 months after the last dose, while men are advised not to father a child during treatment and for 3 months afterward. Discuss any fertility concerns with your doctor before starting therapy. Pexotra 100mg Injection is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Malignant pleural mesothelioma Non-small cell lung carcinoma

Pexotra 100mg inhibits the mechanism required for cell division and replication by blocking specific enzymes involved in folate metabolism (essential for cell replication) and DNA synthesis, which will prevent the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.

Pexotra 100mginjection 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 Blood infection Severe allergic reaction Breathlessness, intense chest pain or cough with bloody sputum Reduced neutrophil granulocytes (white blood cells) Kidney failure Pharyngitis (a sore throat) Abnormal liver function Common Fatigue Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea Redness, swelling or sores in the mouth Loss of appetite, sensation Reduced hemoglobin level Increased skin pigmentation Watery and inflamed eyes, taste change Fever Muscle weakness Dehydration Constipation Skin rash Hair loss

Discuss your fertility problem with the doctor since, in men, it is advised not to father a child during and after the 3 months of treatment. So it is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns. Avoid planning for the pregnancy. If you experience any symptoms mentioned as a side effect, consult your doctor immediately. Notify your doctor immediately if you have undergone any radiotherapy or taken any vaccines and other medications before starting with Pexotra 100mg because it might reduce the effectiveness of this medicine and may cause side effects. Inform your doctor if you have or had any history of heart disease, kidney problems,s or liver problems.