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Fostant 150mg Injection
Salt Composition: FOSAPREPITANT DIMEGLUMINE
- Manufacturer: METTA LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD
- Pack Size: 1 VIAL(s)
- Dosage Form: INJECTION
- Strength: 150MG
- Prescription Required
- Cold Chain
- Prepaid Only. Non-Returnable.
- Storage: The vials should be stored between 2°-8° C.
₹1140.00₹3000.00
Inclusive of all taxes
Product Introduction
Fostant 150mg Injection contains the active ingredient Fosaprepitant Dimeglumine. It is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting. It is commonly used to control acute and delayed nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy, including high-dose cisplatin (highly emetogenic chemotherapy) and moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy regimens. Oral contraceptives may be less effective during treatment with Fostant 150mg Injection. Concomitant use with warfarin significantly alters blood clotting parameters; patients on chronic warfarin therapy require monitoring before initiating Fostant 150mg Injection. It is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to fosaprepitant dimeglumine or any excipient. The treatment regimen includes concurrent oral dexamethasone administration. Inform your physician of any existing medical conditions. Inform your doctor if you are currently taking warfarin or oral contraceptive medication.
Uses
Fostant 150mg Injection is used in the treatment of the following: High emetogenic cancer chemotherapy Moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy
How it works
Fostant 150mg Injection works by acting on the receptors responsible for nausea and vomiting, antagonizing the substances involved.
How to Use
Fostant 150mg Injection will be administered to you by a health care professional. Do not self-administer. Your doctor will decide your dose and duration of the therapy.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious side effects of Fostant 150mg Injection are: Skin blistering, peeling Low white blood cell count Anemia Severe allergic reaction Urinary tract infection Pain in extremity Abnormal physical weakness Nerve damage Common side effects of Fostant 150mg Injection are: Fatigue constipation Indigestion, diarrhoea Rash, urticaria Loss of appetite hiccups
Expert Tips
Fostant 150mg Injection should be administered only by the doctor or nurse, and do not self-administer this injection. Inform the doctor if the patient has any history of allergic reactions, liver or kidney problems, and other medication taken for different medical conditions. Consult the doctor if the patient is planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding mother before taking this medication. Avoid driving and handling heavy machinery as it causes dizziness. Patients may feel a lack of concentration and alertness.
References
- 1. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Antiemetic, Prokinetic and Digestant Drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 669-670. 2. Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised date Feb 2016], [Accessed date 2nd April 2021], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/022023s014lbl.pdf 3. National Cancer Institute, [Accessed date 2nd April 2021], https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/fosaprepitant-dimeglumine
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: Consult your doctor There are no established adverse effects of the Fostant 150mg Injection during the administration of pregnancy. It is advisable to take it only under specialist advice on necessary requirements. Consult your doctor about the potential risks of this medication.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Fostant 150mg Injection is safe when administered in lung failure patients. Please consult the doctor if you have any lung problems.
Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor There are no established adverse effects of the Fostant 150mg Injection during breastfeeding. Inform your physician if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.