Pemetrexed (Sandoz) TM
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Active ingredients: pemetrexed
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PEMETREXED SANDOZ pemetrexed (as disodium) 500 mg/20 mL concentrated solution for infusion vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma PEMETREXED SANDOZ, in combination with cisplatin, is indicated for the treatment of patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma. Non-Small Cell lung Cancer PEMETREXED SANDOZ in combination with cisplatin is indicated for initial treatment of patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer other than predominantly squamous cell histology. PEMETREXED SANDOZ as monotherapy is indicated for the treatment of patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer other than predominantly squamous cell histology after prior platinum-based chemotherapy
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, concentrated
- Intravenous
- Clear, colourless to yellow or green-yellow solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 1 vial pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient pemetrexed
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
