Aprecap 150 mg Injection | 150 mg in 1 Vial

Introduction of Aprecap 150 mg Injection

Aprecap 150 mg Injection is belongs to a class of drugs called neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonists. It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy (chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, or CINV) or after surgery (postoperative nausea and vomiting, or PONV). It may be used with other antiemetic (anti-nausea) medications to provide effective relief from these side effects.

Aprecap 150 mg Injection may cause some adverse effects like fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, constipation and hiccups. dizziness and sleepiness may also occur as a side effect, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Before taking Aprecap 150 mg Injection, inform your doctor about your past and present medical conditions, if you have any kidney or liver disease or any other health-related problems. You should also inform if you are taking any prescription medicines or any other vitamins, or herbal medicines, please let know your doctor.

Aprecap 150 mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Moreover, it is better to take it at a fixed time, and you should not stop taking this medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. In case you have missed a dose then it is better to take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of liver function tests while taking this medicine.

Uses of Aprecap 150 mg Injection

• Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
  

Benefits of Aprecap 150 mg Injection

Aprecap 150 mg Injection 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 treatments. Aprecap 150 mg Injection 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). It is given as an injection by a doctor and should not be self-administered.

Side Effects of Aprecap 150 mg Injection

​Like all medications, Aprecap 150 mg Injection can cause side effects but 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.​

Most Common Side Effects of Aprecap 150 mg Injection

• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Tiredness
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Heartburn
• Epigastric pain

Common Side Effects of Aprecap 150 mg Injection

• Allergic skin reaction
• Severe Itching
• Difficulty in breathing
• Difficulty in swallowing
• ​Bloating of abdomen
• Stomach pain
• Hiccups​
  

How to Use Aprecap 150 mg Injection?

​Aprecap 150 mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Moreover, it is better to take it at a fixed time, and you should not stop taking this medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. In case you have missed a dose then it is better to take it as soon as you remember it and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your doctor may advise regular monitoring of liver function tests while taking this medicine.​

How Aprecap 150 mg Injection Works?

Aprecap 150 mg Injection 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).

Safety Advices Aprecap 150 mg Injection

Alcohol

Unsafe

Pregnancy

Use with Caution

Breastfeeding

Unsafe

Driving

Unsafe

Liver

Use with Caution

Kidney

Safe