Fosaran Information

Fosaran is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Fosaran depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Fosaran are Loss of appetite. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fosaran can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Fosaran normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Fosaran's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Fosaran's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Fosaran contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Fosaran have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Fosaran, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Fosaran Benefits & Uses
Fosaran Dosage & How to Take
Fosaran Side Effects
Fosaran Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fosaran with Other Drugs
Fosaran Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fosaran
Fosaran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fosaran Benefits & Uses

Fosaran is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Fosaran 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: used in highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: used in highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy

Fosaran Related Warnings

Is the use of Fosaran safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Fosaran safely.

Safe
Is the use of Fosaran safe during breastfeeding?

Fosaran can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fosaran on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Fosaran on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fosaran on the Liver?

Fosaran may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fosaran on the Heart?

Using Fosaran does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fosaran with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Lurasidone

Moderate

Ibuprofen

Haloperidol

Lansoprazole

Fosaran Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Allergy
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Fosaran

Is this Fosaran habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fosaran is addictive.

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

After taking Fosaran, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Fosaran can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Fosaran is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Fosaran cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fosaran Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fosaran

Taking Fosaran with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fosaran

Information about the interaction of Fosaran and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown