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Aptosyn 125mg/80mg Capsule
Salt Composition: APREPITANT
- Manufacturer: VHB LIFE SCIENCES INC
- Pack Size: 3 CAPSULE(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: CAPSULE
- Strength: 125MG/80MG
- Prescription Required
- Storage: Store at room temperature 20°C to 25°C. Keep out of sight and reach of children. Store in the original package in order to protect it from moisture.
₹429.00₹1368.75
Inclusive of all taxes
Product Introduction
Aptosyn 125mg/80mg Capsule contains the active ingredient Aprepitant and belongs to a class of medicines called NK1 Receptor antagonists. It is used in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in adults and children aged twelve years and older.
Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to Aprepitant or any other ingredient in this formulation. Before taking Aptosyn 125mg/80mg Capsule, inform your physician about all medications you are currently taking, including supplements and herbal medicines. Notify your doctor if you are planning pregnancy or suspect you may be pregnant, as this medicine is not safe during pregnancy. This medication may reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives; discuss alternative contraception methods with your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have liver disorders, as the liver plays a crucial role in medicine metabolism and your liver function may require monitoring. Notify your doctor of any previous allergic conditions or other diseases.
Common side effects of Aptosyn 125mg/80mg include indigestion, tiredness, headache, hiccups, and loss of appetite. Inform your doctor if you have intolerance to certain sugars, as this medication contains sucrose.
Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years of age, as it has not been studied in this population. The price of Aptosyn 125mg/80mg varies depending on the seller and location. Substitutes available in India include other brands containing clarithromycin 125 mg and ambroxol 80 mg, such as Clariwin-A, Claribid-A, and Claribro-A.
Uses
Aptosyn 125mg/80mg uses are: Prevents nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy .
How it works
Aptosyn 125mg/80mg capsule blocks the action of a natural substance called neurokinin in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting. This medicine reduces the severity of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Side Effects
Aptosyn capsule side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Allergic reactions (rash, itching, difficulty breathing, or swallowing) Common Tiredness Increased liver enzyme Indigestion Constipation Loss of appetite Hiccups Headache
References
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Antiemetic, Prokinetic and Digestant Drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 669-670.
- Goodman & Gilmanâs, The Pharmacological Basics of Therapeutics, Treatment of disorders of bowel motility and water flux, 12th edition, 2011, 1345.
- Ethypharm, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Oct 2022]; [Accessed on 19th April 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.14650.pdf
- Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised date April 2015], [Accessed on 19th April 2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2015/021549s025lbl.pdf
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe This medication is unsafe because it may harm your unborn baby. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant before taking the Aptosyn 125mg/80mg capsule. It will be given to you if clearly needed.
Lungs: Consult your doctor Inform your doctor, if you have or had any lung condition before starting to take Aptosyn 125mg/80mg. Contact your physician immediately if you experience any lung-related symptoms such as difficulty to breath.
Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Aptosyn 125mg/80mg is excreted in human milk. So, it is not recommended to breastfeed while taking this capsule. Inform your physician before taking this medicine.
Disclaimer
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