Aprifast Capsule
Prescription Required
Introduction of Aprifast Capsule Combipack
Aprifast Capsule is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of nausea or vomiting experienced as a side effect of chemotherapy or anti-cancer treatment. It inhibits the signal to reach the brain that causes the feeling of nausea or vomiting.
Aprifast Capsule is a combination of two NK1 antagonists.
Aprifast Capsule is a combination of two NK1 antagonists.
Uses of Aprifast Capsule Combipack
- Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Benefits of Aprifast Capsule Combipack
In Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Aprifast Capsule blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused due to some medicines or cancer treatment. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from cancer treatments such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy. It is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Aprifast Capsule Combipack
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Aprifast
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Loss of appetite
- Hiccup
- Increased liver enzymes
How to use Aprifast Capsule Combipack
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Aprifast Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aprifast Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aprifast Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aprifast Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Aprifast Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aprifast Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Aprifast Capsule is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aprifast Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Aprifast Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Aprifast Capsule Combipack?
If you miss a dose of Aprifast Capsule, 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.
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Quick tips
Aprifast Capsule Combipack
- Aprifast Capsule is taken alongside other medicines to help stop sickness (nausea and vomiting) after chemotherapy.
- Even if you do not feel like eating or drinking, try to sip water regularly to prevent you from becoming lacking in fluid in the body (dehydrated).
- If you are taking any contraceptive 'pill' at the same time as this medicine, the effectiveness of the 'pill' can be reduced if you have a bout of being sick (vomiting) which lasts for more than 24 hours. In such a case, ask your doctor for additional contraceptive precautions.
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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
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