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Composition :

FOSAPREPITANT-150MG

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Apr-24

Therapeutic Class

ANTIEMETICS

Country of origin

INDIA
Other Info - EME0091

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FAQs

Emetant-IV Injection 1's works by blocking the action of a natural substance in the brain called neurokinin that causes nausea and vomiting. Thus, it helps prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anti-cancer medicines.
Emetant-IV Injection 1's may cause constipation as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult your doctor.
You are advised not to take hormonal birth control medicines such as birth control pills, implants, skin patches, and certain intrauterine devices (IUDs) as they may not work properly when taken together with Emetant-IV Injection 1's. Therefore, you are recommended to use another or additional non-hormonal form of birth control method during treatment with Emetant-IV Injection 1's and for up to 1 month after using Emetant-IV Injection 1's.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with Emetant-IV Injection 1's is unknown. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine only if clearly needed.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Fosaprepitant is excreted in breast milk. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, discuss with your doctor about the best way to feed your baby if you receive Emetant-IV Injection 1's.

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Driving

Caution

Emetant-IV Injection 1's may cause dizziness or sleepiness in some people. Therefore, if you feel dizzy or sleepy after receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's, avoid driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have any kidney problems, inform your doctor before receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's.

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Children

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Emetant-IV Injection 1's in children, please consult a doctor.

About Emetant-IV Injection 1's

Emetant-IV Injection 1's belongs to a class of drugs called anti-emetics. It is used in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy (anti-cancer medicines). Nausea is a feeling of uneasiness in the stomach that often comes before vomiting. On the other hand, vomiting is the forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.

Emetant-IV Injection 1's contains Fosaprepitant, a neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonist which is converted to aprepitant in the body. It works by blocking neurokinin 1 receptors (causes a feeling of sickness) present in the vomiting centre in the brain. Thus, it helps prevent nausea and vomiting. 

Emetant-IV Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. In some cases, Emetant-IV Injection 1's may cause common side effects such as headache, hiccups, tiredness, loss of appetite, indigestion, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor immediately. 

If you are allergic to Fosaprepitant or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's. Drive only if you are alert after receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's. If you are taking other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's.

Uses of Emetant-IV Injection 1's

Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

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Medicinal Benefits

Emetant-IV Injection 1's contains Fosaprepitant, an anti-emetic (a drug used to treat nausea and vomiting) which is converted to aprepitant in the body. It works by blocking the action of a natural substance in the brain called neurokinin that causes nausea and vomiting. Thus, it helps prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anti-cancer medicines.

Directions for Use

Emetant-IV Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Emetant-IV Injection 1's

  • Headache
  • Hiccups
  • Tiredness
  • Loss of appetite
  • Indigestion
  • Constipation

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Fosaprepitant or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's. Drive only if you are alert after receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's. If you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before receiving Emetant-IV Injection 1's. If you are using warfarin (blood thinner), your doctor may recommend blood tests after you receive Emetant-IV Injection 1's to check your blood clotting.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FosaprepitantFlibanserin
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FosaprepitantLomitapide
Critical

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FosaprepitantFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Flibanserin can increase the levels of Flibanserin in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Flibanserin together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any symptoms of headaches, irritation, confusion, edema, fatigue, palpitations, or constipation, you should contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
FosaprepitantLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
When Emetant-IV Injection 1's is taken with Lomitapide, it can increase the levels of Lomitapide. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Lomitapide together is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms - diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, pain, discomfort, indigestion, constipation, liver damage, fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, dark colored urine, bleeding or vomiting - make sure to call your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
FosaprepitantCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Cisapride can increase the levels of Cisapride in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Cisapride together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FosaprepitantAstemizole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Astemizole can increase the levels of Astemizole in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects like irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Astemizole together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FosaprepitantTerfenadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
When Emetant-IV Injection 1's is taken with Terfenadine, it can lower the rate at which Emetant-IV Injection 1's is broken down and increases its levels in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Emetant-IV Injection 1's and Terfenadine together is generally avoided as it can show an interaction, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you have any of these symptoms like Chest discomfort, Shortness of breath, Weakness, or palpitations, it's important to call your doctor right away - they can be serious heart problems. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FosaprepitantPimozide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
When Pimozide is taken with Emetant-IV Injection 1's, it can increase the Pimozide levels in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Pimozide is not recommended, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, prolonged diarrhea, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FosaprepitantEliglustat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
When Emetant-IV Injection 1's is taken with Eliglustat, can increase Eliglustat levels in the body. This can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Emetant-IV Injection 1's and Eliglustat, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FosaprepitantEverolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
When Everolimus and Emetant-IV Injection 1's are taken together, can increase the levels of Everolimus in the body. This can increase the risk of serious side effects like serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Everolimus with Emetant-IV Injection 1's together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you're having symptoms like mouth sores, unusual bleeding, shortness of breath, tiredness, or coughing it's important to contact a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FosaprepitantHydrocodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Emetant-IV Injection 1's with Hydrocodone can increase the levels of Hydrocodone in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Emetant-IV Injection 1's and Hydrocodone, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, fainting, confusion, excessive drowsiness, slow heart rate, or shallow or difficult breathing, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FosaprepitantIvabradine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Emetant-IV Injection 1's:
Coadministration of Ivabradine with Emetant-IV Injection 1's can reduce the metabolism and increase the levels of Ivabradine in the body. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ivabradine with Emetant-IV Injection 1's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PIMOZIDE
  • ASTEMIZOLE
  • TERFENADINE
  • CISAPRIDE
  • TACROLIMUS
  • EVEROLIMUS
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • SIROLIMUS
  • FENTANYL
  • ALFENTANIL
  • QUINIDINE
  • ETOPOSIDE
  • IRINOTECAN
  • IFOSFAMIDE
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • WARFARIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • TELITHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • TRIAZOLAM
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • MIDAZOLAM
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • POSACONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • NEFAZODONE
  • DILTIAZEM
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • TOLBUTAMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and low-fat diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables, skinless poultry, lean meats, nuts, fish, whole grains, and plant-based oils, especially in small portions, as it will be easy for digestion.
  • Avoid eating over-sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting. 
  • Increase the intake of fluids. Drink a small amount of water after small intervals to stay hydrated. 
  • Avoid taking greasy or oily foods, as these foods trigger nausea and vomiting. 
  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food, as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do the cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

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