Alimta Side Effects

What Are The Possible Side Effects Of Alimta®?

Alimta® (pemetrexed for injection) is a chemotherapy drug that is used to treat malignant pleural mesothelioma. It is common for Alimta® to be used with another chemotherapy drug called cisplatin during these treatments. As with most chemotherapy treatments, patients usually experience side effects. Some side effects will be present throughout the treatment cycle and others tend to be more apparent during the days following the individual treatments.

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Alimta® Side Effects: What to Expect

Whether Alimta® is being used alone or in combination with other drugs, the following side effects are common in patients being treated for malignant pleural mesothelioma:

Low blood cell counts
Fever
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea or constipation
Fatigue
Loss of appetite
Sores in the mouth or throat, or on the lips
Temporary rash

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