Oncogem (Gemcitabine)

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Brand Name: Oncogem

Generic Name: Gemcitabine

Manufacturer/Agent: Cipla Ltd

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Formulation: inj

Strength: 1000mg

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 16,100.00

Retail Price: @ KES 21,466.67

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Class: Antimetabolite Cytotoxics (Oncology & immunosuppression drugs)

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Molecular Formulae: C9H11F2N3O4.HCl = 299.7

Precautions: Caution in renal or hepatic impairment.

Indications/Uses: Analogue of cytarabine used in treatment of solid tumours of the bladder, lungs and pancrease.

Interactions:

Side Effects: Oedema. hypotension. alopecia. drowsiness. severe oesophagitis, pneumonitis reported when used together with radical radiotherapy.

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