Aprecap 150mg Injection

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Composition FOR Aprecap 150mg Injection

Aprepitant(150mg)

food interaction for Aprecap Injection

alcohol interaction for Aprecap Injection

pregnancy interaction for Aprecap Injection

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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aprecap 150mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
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Aprecap 150mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Aprecap 150mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Aprecap 150mg Injection

Aprepitant(150mg)

Aprecap injection uses

{med_name} is used to prevent nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy.

How aprecap injection works

Aprecap 150mg Injection is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (neurokinin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy).

Common side effects of aprecap injection

Headache, Dizziness, Hiccup, Loss of appetite, Fatigue, Constipation, Diarrhea

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Expert advice FOR Aprecap Injection

  • Aprepitant helps prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain chemotherapy medicines.
  • It will not help if you already have nausea and vomiting.
  • Do not use it continuously for a long time.
  • It is recommended to take Aprepitant 1 hour before chemotherapy treatment (Day 1) and in the morning on Days 2 and 3.
  • Aprepitant may be unsafe to use if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding. 

Frequently asked questions FOR Aprecap 150mg Injection

Aprepitant

Q. Does Aprecap 150mg Injection help treat nausea and vomiting?
No, this medicine will not treat nausea or vomiting that has already started. Aprecap 150mg Injection is used with other medications to help prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy). It prevents the feeling of sickness by blocking the body's natural substances that cause nausea and vomiting.
Q. What are some of the serious side-effects of Aprecap 150mg Injection?
Some of the serious side-effects of this medicine are rash, itching, skin peeling or blisters, difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Q. Does Aprecap 150mg Injection reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives?
This medicine can make hormonal birth control less effective, including birth control pills, injections, implants, skin patches, and vaginal rings. To prevent pregnancy while using Aprecap 150mg Injection, use a barrier form of birth control like condom, diaphragm, or cervical cap. Keep using the barrier form of birth control for 1 month after your last dose of aprepitant.
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Q. Is Aprecap 150mg Injection given before or after chemotherapy?
Aprecap 150mg Injection is administered 1 hour before your chemotherapy on days 1, 2, and 3 of your treatment.
Q. Should I avoid any food and drinks while taking Aprecap 150mg Injection?
You can continue with your normal diet unless your doctor tells you otherwise. However, it is advisable to sip water regularly to prevent you from becoming dehydrated, eating small, simple but nourishing snacks every few hours rather than large meals, and sucking on hard candy or popsicles during chemotherapy to prevent nausea and vomiting.
Q. What should I avoid during chemotherapy?
During chemotherapy, it is advisable to avoid caffeine as it can make you feel dehydrated, avoid fatty fried, spicy, and overly sweet foods, as they may induce nausea, avoid alcohol and smoking. It is also advisable to avoid crowds or people with colds, as you may be at risk of infection as well as sun exposure to prevent rashes and dry skin.

Content on this page was last updated on 09 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)