Review the side-effects of Pemetrexed as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Body as whole- Easy bleeding, body aches, white patches inside the mouth or in the lip region, unusual weakness, fever, chills, rapid weight gain and swelling of the body part regions.
Skin - Pale skin, skin rash and redness at the injection site.
Genitourinary- Less urination frequency.
Respiratory - Chest pain and trouble in breathing.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea and constipation
Blood- Anemia.
Central Nervous System - Sleepiness, numbness, depression and tiredness.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Body as whole- Easy bleeding, body aches, white patches inside the mouth or in the lip region, unusual weakness, fever, chills, rapid weight gain and swelling of the body part regions.
Skin - Pale skin, skin rash and redness at the injection site.
Genitourinary- Less urination frequency.
Respiratory - Chest pain and trouble in breathing.
Gastrointestinal- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea and constipation
Blood- Anemia.
Central Nervous System - Sleepiness, numbness, depression and tiredness.
Other Precautions :
It may lead to poor blood clot.Drug Name : Pemetrexed
Pemetrexed(Alimta) generic is an (antifolate) antineoplastic agent, prescribed for mesothelioma (cancer that develops from the protective lining of the internal tissues) and certain types of non-small cell lung cancer either alone or with other medications. It slows down the growth and the spread of cancerous tissue in the body.Brand Names or Trade Names of Pemetrexed
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