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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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Is the use of Fosaprepit safe for pregnant women?
Fosaprepit is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Fosaprepit safe during breastfeeding?
Fosaprepit 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.
What is the effect of Fosaprepit on the Kidneys?
Using Fosaprepit does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Fosaprepit on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Fosaprepit on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Fosaprepit on the Heart?
Using Fosaprepit does not have any harmful effects on 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?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fosaprepit. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fosaprepit only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fosaprepit is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fosaprepit
You can take Fosaprepit with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fosaprepit
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fosaprepit and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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