Fosaprepit 150mg Injection
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Product introduction
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is a prescription medicine used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is given under the supervision of healthcare professional. Moreover, it is better to take it at a fixed time and you should not stop taking this medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. In case you have missed a dose than it is better to take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your doctor may advice for regular monitoring of liver function test while taking this medicine.
It has side effects like fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, constipation and hiccups. Dizziness and sleepiness may also occur as a side effect, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is given under the supervision of healthcare professional. Moreover, it is better to take it at a fixed time and you should not stop taking this medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. In case you have missed a dose than it is better to take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your doctor may advice for regular monitoring of liver function test while taking this medicine.
It has side effects like fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, constipation and hiccups. Dizziness and sleepiness may also occur as a side effect, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Uses of Fosaprepit Injection
- Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Side effects of Fosaprepit Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Fosaprepit
- Headache
- Hiccup
- Indigestion
- Fatigue
- Decreased appetite
- Constipation
How to use Fosaprepit Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Fosaprepit Injection works
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (neurokinin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fosaprepit 150mg Injection.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Fosaprepit 150mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fosaprepit 150mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Fosaprepit Injection?
If you miss a dose of Fosaprepit 150mg Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- Fosaprepit 150mg Injection is given as a drip into the vein under the supervision of a doctor.
- It makes you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive until you know how this medicine affects you.
- You will be monitored for liver functioning regularly while taking this medication.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phenylmorpholine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Neurokinin-1 (NK1) Receptor Antagonists
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Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1086.
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Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Country of origin: India
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