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Fosup Kit Capsule
Salt Composition: APREPITANT
- Manufacturer: ZYDUS CADILA
- Pack Size: 3 CAPSULE(s) IN A STRIP
- Dosage Form: CAPSULE
- 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.
₹623.00₹1245.00
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Product Introduction
Fosup Kit Capsule contains Aprepitant in two different strengths and belongs to the class of medicines known as NK1 receptor antagonists. It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in adults and children aged 12 years and above. This medicine helps improve comfort during cancer treatment by reducing chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Do not take Fosup Kit Capsule if you are allergic to Aprepitant or any of its ingredients. Before starting treatment, inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are taking. Tell your physician if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or have liver disease, as this medicine is not recommended during pregnancy and may require careful monitoring in patients with liver disorders.
Fosup Kit Capsule may reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives, so discuss alternative birth control methods with your doctor. Inform your healthcare provider if you have a history of allergies or sugar intolerance, as the capsule contains sucrose. This medicine is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.
Common side effects of Fosup Kit Capsule include indigestion, headache, tiredness, hiccups, and loss of appetite.
Uses
The Fosup Kit Capsule is used in the treatment of the following: Prevents nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy.
How it works
The Fosup Kit 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.
How to Use
Swallow the Fosup Kit Capsule as a whole with water. Do not crush or chew the capsules. These capsules can be taken with or without food. Do not take more than recommended. If this medicine is prescribed, your physician will choose the dosage based on your medical condition because it differs for each person.
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 the Fosup Kit Capsule are: Allergic reactions (rash, itching, difficulty breathing, or swallowing) Common side effects of the Fosup Kit Capsule are: Tiredness Increased liver enzyme Indigestion Constipation Loss of appetite Hiccups Headache.
References
- 1. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Antiemetic, Prokinetic and Digestant Drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 669-670. 2. Goodman & Gilmanâs, The Pharmacological Basics of Therapeutics, Treatment of disorders of bowel motility and water flux, 12th edition, 2011, 1345. 3. Ethypharm, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Oct 2022]; [Accessed on 19th April 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.14650.pdf 4. 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: Consult Your Doctor 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 Fosup Kit Capsule. It will be given to you if clearly needed.
Lungs: Consult Your Doctor Inform your doctor if you have or have had any lung condition before starting to take the Fosup Kit Capsule. Contact your physician immediately if you experience any lung-related symptoms, such as difficulty breathing.
Breastfeeding: Consult Your Doctor It is unknown whether the Fosup Kit Capsule is excreted in human milk. So, it is not recommended to breastfeed while taking this capsule. Inform your physician 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.