Aproxi 80
Rx- Generic:
- Aprepitant
- Company:
- Beacon Pharmaceuticals PLC
- Dosage form:
- Capsule
- Pack size:
- Box (6 Capsule)
৳ 100/unit
Pack: ৳ 600
At a glance
Aprepitant — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Aprepitant is a prescription medicine used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It is also used in the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting in adults. Aprepitant is given by your doctor or nurse. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are headache, hiccups, loss of appetite, fatigue, and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Aprepitant 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).
Indications
• Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Mechanism of action
Aprepitant is an antiemetic which acts as a substance P/neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonist. It also enhances antiemetic activity of 5HT3 antagonists and corticosteroid.
Dosage
Adult Dose: Prevention of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Adults PO 40 mg within 3 h prior to induction of anesthesia. Prevention of Chemotherapy–Induced Nausea and Vomiting PO 125 mg 1 h prior to chemotherapy treatment on day 1 and 80 mg/day in the morning on days 2 and 3. Administer in combination with a corticosteroid and 5-HT 3 antagonist. Use with caution in Moderate to severely decreased liver function. Child Dose: Capsule: Aged <12 years and weight <30 kg: Safety and efficacy not established
Administration
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of Aprepitant, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Side effects
Common: • Headache • Dizziness • Hiccup • Loss of appetite • Fatigue • Constipation
Precautions & warnings
[UNSAFE] Aprepitant may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. 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. It may damage sperms and may harm the baby if used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Contraindications
Coadministration of astemizole, cisapride, pimozide, or terfenadine; hypersensitivity to any component of the product.
Drug interactions
Concurrent use with CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g. clarithromycin, troleandomycin, diltiazem, verapamil, itraconazole, ketoconazole, nefazodone, ritonavir, nelfinavir) may lead to increased plasma levels of Aprepitant; concurrent use with CYP3A4 inducers (e.g. carbamazepine, phenytoin, rifampicin, primidone, phenobarbital) may lead to reduced efficacy of Aprepitant. May decrease concentrations of CYP2C9 substrates e.g. phenytoin, tolbutamide, warfarin. May increase plasma levels of dexamethasone and methylprednisolone. May increase plasma levels of benzodiazepine (e.g. midazolam, diazepam, alprazolam). Serum concentrations of colchicine may increase with Aprepitant. May increase toxicity of chemotherapy drug metabolised by CYP3A4 e.g. docetaxel, etoposide, ifosfamide, imatinib, paclitaxel, vincristine, vinblastin. May increase levels of ergot derivatives resulting in ergotism. May reduce efficacy of oral contraceptives, use additional methods of contraception during treatment and for at least 1 mth following the last dose of Aprepitant. Potentially Fatal: May result in increased serum levels of astemizole, cisapride, pimozide and terfenadine which can lead to life-threatening torsade de pointes arrhythmias.
Food interactions
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aprepitant. Please consult your doctor.
Use in pregnancy
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Aprepitant 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.
Use in lactation
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Aprepitant is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Renal / hepatic impairment
[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Aprepitant is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Aprepitant is recommended. [SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Aprepitant is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Aprepitant may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Common questions
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