Pemetrexed (Apotex) TM
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Active ingredients: pemetrexed
Pack: Pemetrexed (Apotex) 500 mg powder for injection, 1 vial
Brand name
(ARTG)
: Pemetrexed APOTEX pemetrexed 500 mg (as disodium) powder for injection vialDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Malignant Pleural Mesothelioma,Pemetrexed, in combination with cisplatin, is indicated for the treatment of patients with malignant pleural mesothelioma.,Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC),Pemetrexed, in combination with cisplatin, is indicated for initial treatment of patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC other than predominantly squamous cell histology.,Pemetrexed, as monotherapy, is indicated for the treatment of patients with locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC 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, powder for
- Intravenous Infusion
- White to either light yellow or green-yellow powder.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Store in Original Container
- 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 pack
Is this medicine subsidised ?
(PBS)
This medicine was verified as being available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) on January, 1 2025. To learn more about this subsidy, visit the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) website.
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
