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Pemetrexed and Myelosuppression

Result of checking the interaction of drug Pemetrexed and disease Myelosuppression for safety when used together.

Check result:

Pemetrexed <> Myelosuppression

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

Pemetrexed can suppress bone marrow function, as manifested by neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, and anemia. Patients with myelosuppression should be monitored carefully. A complete blood count is suggested at the beginning of each cycle and as needed. Treatment should not be initiated unless the ANC is >=1,500 cells/mm3, and platelet count is >=100,000 cells/mm3.

Pemetrexed

Generic Name: pemetrexed

Brand Name: Alimta

Synonyms: PEMEtrexed

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