Fosaprepitant



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Fosaprepitant Information



Fosaprepitant Benefits & Uses

Fosaprepitant is used to treat the following -

Fosaprepitant Dosage & How to Take

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
  • Disease: Nausea and Vomiting
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given 1 hour before chemotherapy
Geriatric
  • Disease: Nausea and Vomiting
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given 1 hour before chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Nausea and Vomiting
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 125 mg
  • Dosage Form: Capsule
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: dose should be given 1 hour before chemotherapy


Fosaprepitant Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fosaprepitant is used -

Moderate

Mild

Common

  • Loss of appetite

Fosaprepitant Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Fosaprepitant safe for pregnant women?


    Fosaprepitant is safe to take during pregnancy.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Fosaprepitant safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Fosaprepitant. If you see any side effects, stop taking Fosaprepitant immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Fosaprepitant again, only after your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Fosaprepitant on the Kidneys?


    Fosaprepitant does not damage the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fosaprepitant on the Liver?


    Fosaprepitant is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fosaprepitant on the Heart?


    You can take Fosaprepitant without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Fosaprepitant with Other Drugs

Fosaprepitant should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine
    Lurasidone

    Moderate



    Fosaprepitant Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fosaprepitant unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Fosaprepitant

    • Is this Fosaprepitant habit forming or addictive?


      Forming a habit of Fosaprepitant has not been reported.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fosaprepitant. So it is best to avoid driving.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but consume Fosaprepitant only on doctor's advice.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, the use of Fosaprepitant in mental disorders is not effective.

      No

    Fosaprepitant Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Fosaprepitant


      Taking Fosaprepitant with food does not harm your health.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Fosaprepitant


      Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Fosaprepitant with alcohol.

      Unknown


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    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



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