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FOSAPREPITANT-150MG
PARENTERAL
Not Returnable
Apr-24
Prescription drug
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Country of origin

India
Other Info - FOS0043

FAQs

Fosapretero Injection 1's works by blocking the action of a natural substance in the brain called neurokinin that causes nausea and vomiting. Thus, it helps prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anti-cancer medicines.
Fosapretero Injection 1's may cause constipation as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult your doctor.
You are advised not to take hormonal birth control medicines such as birth control pills, implants, skin patches, and certain intrauterine devices (IUDs) as they may not work properly when taken together with Fosapretero Injection 1's. Therefore, you are recommended to use another or additional non-hormonal form of birth control method during treatment with Fosapretero Injection 1's and for up to 1 month after using Fosapretero Injection 1's.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with Fosapretero Injection 1's is unknown. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine only if clearly needed.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Fosaprepitant is excreted in breast milk. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, discuss with your doctor about the best way to feed your baby if you receive Fosapretero Injection 1's.

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Driving

Caution

Fosapretero Injection 1's may cause dizziness or sleepiness in some people. Therefore, if you feel dizzy or sleepy after receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's, avoid driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have any kidney problems, inform your doctor before receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's.

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Children

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Fosapretero Injection 1's in children, please consult a doctor.

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About Fosapretero Injection 1's

Fosapretero Injection 1's belongs to a class of drugs called anti-emetics. It is used in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy (anti-cancer medicines). Nausea is a feeling of uneasiness in the stomach that often comes before vomiting. On the other hand, vomiting is the forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.

Fosapretero Injection 1's contains Fosaprepitant, a neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonist which is converted to aprepitant in the body. It works by blocking neurokinin 1 receptors (causes a feeling of sickness) present in the vomiting centre in the brain. Thus, it helps prevent nausea and vomiting. 

Fosapretero Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Fosapretero Injection 1's may cause common side effects such as headache, hiccups, tiredness, loss of appetite, indigestion, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor immediately. 

If you are allergic to Fosaprepitant or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's. Drive only if you are alert after receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's. If you are taking other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's.

Uses of Fosapretero Injection 1's

Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

Medicinal Benefits Mweb

Medicinal Benefits

Fosapretero Injection 1's contains Fosaprepitant, an anti-emetic (a drug used to treat nausea and vomiting) which is converted to aprepitant in the body. It works by blocking the action of a natural substance in the brain called neurokinin that causes nausea and vomiting. Thus, it helps prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anti-cancer medicines.

Directions for Use

Fosapretero Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Fosapretero Injection 1's

  • Headache
  • Hiccups
  • Tiredness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Indigestion
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Fosaprepitant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's. Drive only if you are alert after receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's. If you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before receiving Fosapretero Injection 1's. If you are using warfarin (blood thinner), your doctor may recommend blood tests after you receive Fosapretero Injection 1's to check your blood clotting.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FosaprepitantCisapride
Critical
FosaprepitantEliglustat
Critical

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PIMOZIDE
  • ASTEMIZOLE
  • TERFENADINE
  • CISAPRIDE
  • TACROLIMUS
  • EVEROLIMUS
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • SIROLIMUS
  • FENTANYL
  • ALFENTANIL
  • QUINIDINE
  • ETOPOSIDE
  • IRINOTECAN
  • IFOSFAMIDE
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • WARFARIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • TELITHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • TRIAZOLAM
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • MIDAZOLAM
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • POSACONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • NEFAZODONE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • TOLBUTAMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and low-fat diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables, skinless poultry, lean meats, nuts, fish, whole grains, and plant-based oils, especially in small portions, as it will be easy for digestion.
  • Avoid eating over-sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting. 
  • Increase the intake of fluids. Drink a small amount of water after small intervals to stay hydrated. 
  • Avoid taking greasy or oily foods, as these foods trigger nausea and vomiting. 
  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food, as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do the cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

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