PemiGet (Pemetrexed (as Disodium Heptahydrate))

Generic name

Pemetrexed (as Disodium Heptahydrate)

Strength

500 mg

Dosage form

Lyophilized Powder for Concentrate Solution for IV Infusion

Prescription

Prescription only (Rx)

Used for

• Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Indications

It is indicated for treating locally advanced or metastatic nonsquamous non-small cell lung cancer (initial, maintenance, or after chemotherapy) and unresectable malignant pleural mesothelioma.

Dosage and administration

The recommended dose is 500 mg/m² via 10-minute IV infusion on Day 1 of 21-day cycles. Premedication with corticosteroids and vitamin supplementation is required.

Prescription medicine, supplied by Getmeds, an FDA Philippines-licensed distributor. Request a quotation.