Strimta
Strimta Products are primarily used for
Non-small cell lung cancer, Malignant pleural mesothelioma
About Strimta Products
Uses of Strimta Products
Pemetrexed is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer and malignant pleural mesothelioma.
Strimta Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Strimta are Nausea, Vomiting, Sore throat, Loss of appetite, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Hair loss, Low blood platelets, Rash, Fatigue, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Diarrhea, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Neuropathy.
How Strimta Products work
Pemetrexed interferes with the growth of DNA and RNA of the cancer cells by substituting their building blocks. It prevents the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.
Patient Concerns about Strimta Products
Frequently asked questions about Strimta Products
Frequently asked questions about Pemetrexed
Q. Is Strimta 500mg Injection a vesicant?
No. Strimta 500mg Injection is not a vesicant.
Q. Is Strimta 500mg Injection safe?
Strimta 500mg Injection is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Strimta 500mg Injection cause hair loss?
Yes. Strimta 500mg Injection is a prescription chemotherapy medication and hair loss is one of the possible side effects.