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Gemcitabine Hydrochloride – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: GEMCITABIN
Strength: 1 g | Form: Powder For Solution For Intravenous Injection
Price in UAE: AED 693.50
Available in UAE pharmacies

About Gemcitabine Hydrochloride

Class: | Antineoplastic agent, Antimetabolite (pyrimidine analog) Use: | Treatment of pancreatic cancer, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), bladder cancer, and breast cancer (in combination with other agents) Adult dose: | 1000 mg/m² IV over 30 minutes on days 1, 8, and 15 of a 28-day cycle; dosing may vary based on specific cancer type and treatment regimen Pediatric dose: | Safety and efficacy not established; use in pediatric patients is not recommended Side effects: | Nausea, vomiti

Drug Class

Antineoplastic agent, Antimetabolite (pyrimidine analog)

Uses & Indications

Treatment of pancreatic cancer, non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), bladder cancer, and breast cancer (in combination with other agents)

Storage Requirements

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

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Hospira Limited, UNITED KINGDOM

Package Size

1 Glass Vial (Dry)

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 693.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

1000 mg/m² IV over 30 minutes on days 1, 8, and 15 of a 28-day cycle; dosing may vary based on specific cancer type and treatment regimen

Pediatric Dose

Safety and efficacy not established; use in pediatric patients is not recommended

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting, myelosuppression (neutropenia, thrombocytopenia), flu-like symptoms, rash, liver enzyme elevation, and pulmonary toxicity

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to gemcitabine or any component of the formulation; severe bone marrow suppression

Important Warnings

Risk of severe myelosuppression; monitor blood counts regularly; potential for pulmonary toxicity; caution in patients with renal impairment; may cause fetal harm; avoid use in pregnancy unless necessary

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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