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Pemetrexed Dipotassium is a specialty medication, which means it's costly and requires more steps than usual in order to get it. We break down the process for you.

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How to get Pemetrexed Dipotassium

If you've been prescribed Pemetrexed Dipotassium or are considering it, we'll walk you through what you need to know about this specialty medication.

About pemetrexed Dipotassium

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Pemetrexed Dipotassium is part of the Antifolates class and treats Lung Cancer and Mesothelioma. Antifolates are used to treat psoriasis by slowing the growth of cells that cause scaly skin. They can also treat rehumatoid arthritis and juvenile arthritis by reducing inflammation in the joints. They are also used to treat many types of cancer such as leukemia, breast cancer, lung cancer, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, bone cancer, and mesothelioma by slowing down the growth of cells that cause cancer. Pemetrexed Dipotassium is only available as a generic drug.

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