Fosalon Information

Fosalon is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Fosalon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Fosalon are Loss of appetite. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fosalon can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Fosalon 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fosalon is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Fosalon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fosalon contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Fosalon with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Fosalon Benefits & Uses

Fosalon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Fosalon 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

Fosalon Related Warnings

Is the use of Fosalon safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Fosalon without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Fosalon safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Fosalon. Immediately discontinue Fosalon if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fosalon on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Fosalon on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Fosalon on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Fosalon on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Fosalon with Other Drugs

Fosalon 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

Fosalon Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Allergy
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Fosalon

Is this Fosalon habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Fosalon.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Fosalon 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, Fosalon is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fosalon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fosalon

It is safe to take Fosalon with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fosalon

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fosalon with alcohol will be.

Unknown