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Fosaprepit, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Fosaprepit depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Fosaprepit also has some side effects, the most common being Loss of appetite. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fosaprepit as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Fosaprepit are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Fosaprepit's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Fosaprepit has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fosaprepit related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Fosaprepit have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Fosaprepit may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Fosaprepit, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fosaprepit is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fosaprepit is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Fosaprepit safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Fosaprepit safely.
Is the use of Fosaprepit safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Fosaprepit. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Fosaprepit on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Fosaprepit on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fosaprepit on the Liver?
Fosaprepit may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fosaprepit on the Heart?
Fosaprepit is not harmful for the heart.
Fosaprepit should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fosaprepit unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fosaprepit habit forming or addictive?
Fosaprepit is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Fosaprepit, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Fosaprepit can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Fosaprepit should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Fosaprepit is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fosaprepit
Taking Fosaprepit with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fosaprepit
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fosaprepit with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Emend (fosaprepitant)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 180-182