Gemtaz (Gemcitabine For Injection)

Product Description

ProductName : Gemtaz
GenericName :  Gemcitabine For Injection
Manufacturer : Sun Pharmaceutical Ind Ltd

GemtazInjection is used for Treatment of ovarian cancer, Treatment of breast cancer, Treatment of non-small cell lung cancer, Treatment of pancreatic cancer and other conditions. Gemtaz Injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. It contains Gemcitabine as an active ingredient. It works by killing cells undergoing DNA synthesis and blocks the progression of cells through the G1/S phase boundary.

Gemtaz Injection Uses

Gemtaz Injection is used for the treatment, control, prevention, &improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:

• Treatment of ovarian cancer
• Treatment of breast cancer
• Treatment of non-small cell lung cancer
• Treatment of pancreatic cancer

Gemtaz Injection - Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Gemtaz Injection. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Anemia
• Increased alanine transaminase
• Increased aspartate transaminase
• Neutropenia
• Increased alkaline phosphatase
• Proteinuria

Gemtaz Injection - Precautions & How to Use

Before using Gemtaz Injection, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

• Contact doctor for development of shortness of breath, wheezing, or cough as they could be signs of pulmonary toxicity
• Contact doctor if developing symptoms of infection, fever, prolonged or unexpected bleeding, bruising, or shortness of breath
• Contact doctor if experiencing changes in the color or volume of urine output or for increased bruising or bleeding
• Contact doctor if experiencing jaundice, pain or tenderness in the right upper abdominal quadrant
• Prolonged use may lead to clinically significant hypotension, severe flu-like symptoms, myelosuppression, and asthenia
• Risk of capillary leak syndrome
• Risk of embryofetal toxicity