Gemtero 200 mg Injection

Gemtero 200 mg Injection

*To be consumed as directed by physician.

Therapies:

Anti Neoplastics

Composition:

Gemcitabine (200 mg)

About Gemtero 200 mg Injection

Gemtero 200 mg Injection belongs to the group of anti-cancer drugs called cytotoxics, used alone or in combination with other anti-cancer medicines. It is used to treat various types of cancers such as ovarian cancer, non-small cell lung cancer, breast cancer, and bladder cancer. Cancer is the uninhibited and uncontrolled growth of cells in the body.

It contains gemcitabine as its main component, which works by interfering with the synthesis of DNA, thereby causing cell death and arresting the uncontrolled production of new cells. Thus, Gemtero 200 mg Injection helps control cancer cells from multiplying.

Gemtero 200 mg Injection is a chemotherapy medication administered by healthcare professionals such as doctors or nurses. It should not be self-administered.

Gemtero 200 mg Injection

*To be consumed as directed by physician.


Usage Instructions

  • Gemtero 200 mg Injection is administered by doctors to treat bladder cancer in combination with cisplatin, ovarian cancer in combination with paclitaxel, pancreatic cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), either alone or in combination with cisplatin.
  • As a chemotherapy medication, it is administered by intravenous (IV) infusion only by healthcare professionals in a clinical setting.
  • Do not self-administer.
  • Dosage and schedule are determined by the oncologist based on the type of cancer, your body, overall health, and response to treatment.

Benefits and Use

  • Gemtero 200 mg Injection is used either in combination with other chemotherapy medications or independently.
  • It kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and prevents their multiplication.
  • This medication works by interfering with DNA synthesis. It blocks the production of new DNA by incorporating itself into DNA strands and inhibiting further proliferation or growth of the cell.
  • This mechanism gives Gemtero 200 mg Injection widespread application in oncology and chemotherapy.

Safety Information

  • Alcohol

    Gemtero 200mg injection causes extreme drowsiness when taken with alcohol. As such, it is not recommended to consume alcohol or drive while taking this medicine.

  • Pregnancy

    This medication is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding because of fatal risks based on animal studies.

  • Medical history

    Gemtero 200mg injection should be used with caution in case of high risk or precious history of heart disease, vascular disease, liver problem, kidney disease or alcoholism.


  • Ingredients

    Gemcitabine (200 mg)

    How to Use

    • Your doctor will decide the timing and dosage of this injection based on the type of cancer as well as your body’s response to the treatment.
    • It will be administered by the doctor or nurse in a medical setting.

    Storage Information

    Store below 30°C