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Gemcitabine Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: CITABOL

Strength: 1 g | Form: Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection

Price in UAE: AED 530.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Gemcitabine Hydrochloride

Class: | Antineoplastic agent, nucleoside analog Use: | Treatment of various cancers including non-small cell lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, bladder cancer, and breast cancer Adult dose: | Typically 1000 mg/m² administered intravenously over 30 minutes on days 1, 8, and 15 of a 28-day cycle, but may vary based on specific protocols Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established; use in pediatric patients should be determined by a specialist Side effects: | Common side effects inc

Drug Class

Antineoplastic agent, nucleoside analog

Uses & Indications

Treatment of various cancers including non-small cell lung cancer, pancreatic cancer, bladder cancer, and breast cancer

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from light and moisture; reconstituted solutions should be used immediately or stored at 2-8°C for no more than 24 hours

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Venus Pharma GmbH, Germany

Package Size

1 Glass Vial

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 530.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

Typically 1000 mg/m² administered intravenously over 30 minutes on days 1, 8, and 15 of a 28-day cycle, but may vary based on specific protocols

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established; use in pediatric patients should be determined by a specialist

Side Effects

Common side effects include myelosuppression (neutropenia, thrombocytopenia), nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and liver enzyme elevations

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to gemcitabine or any component of the formulation; caution in patients with renal impairment or liver dysfunction

Important Warnings

Risk of severe myelosuppression, pulmonary toxicity, and infusion reactions; monitor blood counts regularly; avoid use in patients with active infections or significant renal impairment

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Gemcitabine Hydrochloride available in UAE pharmacies:

BENDACITABIN 40 mg/ml Powder for Concentrate for Solution for Infusion. CITABOL 1 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection CITABOL 1 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection CITABOL 200 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection CITABOL 200 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection GEMCITABIN 1 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection GEMCITABIN 10 mg/ml Concentrate For Dilution For Infusion GEMCITABIN 2 g Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection GEMCITABIN 200 mg Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection GEMCITABIN “EBEWE” 200 mg/20ml Concentrate For Dilution For Infusion

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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