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About Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's

Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's belongs to a class of drugs called anti-emetics. It is used in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy (anti-cancer medicines) in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and above. Nausea is a feeling of uneasiness in the stomach that often comes before vomiting. On the other hand, vomiting is the forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.

Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's contains Aprepitant, a neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonist which works by blocking the neurokinin-1 receptor (causes the feeling of sickness) present in the vomiting centre in the brain. Thus, it helps prevent nausea and vomiting. 

Take Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's as prescribed. You are recommended to take Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's for as long as your doctor has advised it. In some cases, Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's may cause common side effects such as headache, constipation, loss of appetite, tiredness, indigestion, and hiccups. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, consult your doctor immediately if the side effects persist or worsen. 

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's or any other medicines. Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or sleepy after taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. If you are taking other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

Uses of Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's

Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

Medicinal Benefits

Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's contains Aprepitant, an anti-emetic (a drug used to treat nausea and vomiting) that works by blocking the action of a natural substance in the brain called neurokinin that causes nausea and vomiting. Thus, it is used in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anti-cancer medicines in adults and adolescents from the age of 12 years. 

Directions for Use

Take Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's with or without food as advised by your doctor. Always take Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's together with other medicines. Swallow it as a whole with some liquid; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's

  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Loss of appetite
  • Tiredness
  • Indigestion
  • Hiccups

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's or any other medicines. Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or sleepy after taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. If you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Avoid taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's with antipsychotics (pimozide), antiallergic drugs (terfenadine, astemizole), and gastroprokinetic agents (cisapride). Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's may interact with immunosuppressants (tacrolimus, everolimus, cyclosporine, sirolimus), pain killers (fentanyl, alfentanil), the medicine used to treat an irregular heartbeat (quinidine), anticancer medicines (etoposide, vinorelbine, irinotecan, ifosfamide), blood thinners (acenocoumarol, warfarin), antibiotics (clarithromycin, telithromycin, rifampicin), anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine), medicines used to produce calmness or help you sleep (triazolam, phenobarbital, midazolam), antifungals (ketoconazole, voriconazole, posaconazole, itraconazole), antidepressant (nefazodone), corticosteroids (dexamethasone, methylprednisolone), anti-anxiety medicines (alprazolam), antidiabetic agent (tolbutamide) and medicines used to treat migraines and HIV infections.

Drug-Food Interactions: Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's may interact with St. John’s Wort (herbal preparation used to treat depression).

Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PIMOZIDE
  • TERFENADINE
  • ASTEMIZOLE
  • CISAPRIDE
  • TACROLIMUS
  • EVEROLIMUS
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • SIROLIMUS
  • FENTANYL
  • ALFENTANIL
  • QUINIDINE
  • ETOPOSIDE
  • IRINOTECAN
  • ifosfamide
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • WARFARIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • TELITHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • TRIAZOLAM
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • MIDAZOLAM
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • POSACONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • NEFAZODONE
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • METHYLPREDNISOLONE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • TOLBUTAMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and low-fat diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables, lean meats, skinless poultry, nuts, fish, whole grains, and plant-based oils, especially in small portions, as it will be easy for digestion.
  • Avoid eating over-sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting. 
  • Increase the intake of fluids. Drink a small amount of water after small intervals to stay hydrated. 
  • Avoid taking greasy or oily foods, as these foods trigger nausea and vomiting. 
  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food, as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do the cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nausea and vomiting: Nausea is an uneasiness in the stomach that usually precedes vomiting. Vomiting, on the other hand, is a normal bodily response in which a person desires to evacuate stomach contents from the mouth aggressively. In brief, nausea and vomiting are symptoms of a variety of disorders, including infections, motion sickness, an early stage of pregnancy, and gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying). Vomiting is controlled by a receptor in the brain known as the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ). After chemotherapy and radiation therapy, nausea and vomiting are common side effects. It can also arise as a side effect of an operation or surgery. Controlling vomiting and nausea in cancer patients is critical for conducting daily tasks. It can cause mental abnormalities, lack of appetite, malnutrition, and dehydration if not managed.

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About Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's

Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's belongs to a class of drugs called anti-emetics. It is used in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy (anti-cancer medicines) in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and above. Nausea is a feeling of uneasiness in the stomach that often comes before vomiting. On the other hand, vomiting is the forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.

Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's contains Aprepitant, a neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonist which works by blocking the neurokinin-1 receptor (causes the feeling of sickness) present in the vomiting centre in the brain. Thus, it helps prevent nausea and vomiting. 

Take Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's as prescribed. You are recommended to take Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's for as long as your doctor has advised it. In some cases, Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's may cause common side effects such as headache, constipation, loss of appetite, tiredness, indigestion, and hiccups. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, consult your doctor immediately if the side effects persist or worsen. 

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's or any other medicines. Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or sleepy after taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. If you are taking other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

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COD available

Online payment accepted

Composition :

APREPITANT-205MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Daris Biocare

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

#95, 1St Street, Muniappa Nagar,Nerkundram, Chennai-600107, Tamilnadu
Other Info - APR0194

FAQs

Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's works by blocking the action of a natural substance in the brain called neurokinin that causes nausea and vomiting. Thus, it is used in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anti-cancer medicines in adults and adolescents from the age of 12 years.

You are not recommended to take erythromycin with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's as it may increase the blood levels and effects of Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. Contact your doctor if your condition changes or experience side effects such as diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, or loss of appetite. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

You are advised not to take hormonal birth control medicines such as birth control pills, implants, skin patches, and certain Intrauterine devices (IUDs) as they may not work properly when taken together with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. Therefore, you are recommended to use another or additional non-hormonal form of birth control method during treatment with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's and for up to 2 months after using Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's is unknown. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine only if clearly needed.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown whether Aprepitant is excreted in breast milk. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

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Driving

Caution

Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Hence, do not drive or operate machinery if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

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Liver

Caution

If you have liver disease, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. Your doctor may monitor your liver condition.

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Kidney

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If you have any kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

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Children

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Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age.

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Uses of Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's

Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting

Medicinal Benefits

Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's contains Aprepitant, an anti-emetic (a drug used to treat nausea and vomiting) that works by blocking the action of a natural substance in the brain called neurokinin that causes nausea and vomiting. Thus, it is used in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by anti-cancer medicines in adults and adolescents from the age of 12 years. 

Side Effects of Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's

  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Loss of appetite
  • Tiredness
  • Indigestion
  • Hiccups

Directions for Use

Take Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's with or without food as advised by your doctor. Always take Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's together with other medicines. Swallow it as a whole with some liquid; do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's or any other medicines. Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or sleepy after taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's. If you are taking any other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit 3's.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIEMETICS

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AprepitantCisapride
Critical
AprepitantTerfenadine
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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AprepitantCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Co-administration with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Cisapride may cause irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Cisapride together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it is safe to do so if your doctor has prescribed it. Contact a doctor if you have palpitations, an irregular pulse, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
AprepitantTerfenadine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Co-administration with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Terfenadine may increase the blood levels of Terfenadine and leads to irregular heartbeat.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Terfenadine together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction. It is safe to do so if your doctor has prescribed it. Contact a doctor if you have palpitations, an irregular pulse, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor.
AprepitantEliglustat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Aprecin-V Capsule Kit combined with Eliglustat can considerably raise blood levels of Eliglustat. This raises the possibility of cardiac adverse effects such as abnormal heart rhythm, heart block, and cardiac arrest.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Eliglustat together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction; they can be consumed if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, weak heart rate, weak pulse, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AprepitantPimozide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Using pimozide together with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit may significantly increase the blood levels of pimozide. High blood levels of pimozide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Pimozide together is not recommended; as it can lead to an interaction, you can take them if your doctor advises you to. If you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or a rapid heartbeat, get immediate medical help. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AprepitantFlibanserin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Using flibanserin together with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit can significantly increase the blood levels of flibanserin.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Flibanserin and Aprecin-V Capsule Kit together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction; they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you develop any symptoms, such as extreme sleepiness or low blood pressure, that cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting. To reduce the chance of these side effects, use Flibanserin at bedtime. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AprepitantLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Lomitapide blood levels can be significantly increased by combining it with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit.

How to manage the interaction:
Although using Lomitapide and Aprecin-V Capsule Kit together may cause an interaction, they can be taken if advised by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have any of the following symptoms: diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or discomfort, indigestion, gas, constipation, liver problems causing fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of hunger, weakness, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, light-colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
AprepitantAstemizole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Co-administration with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Astemizole may increase the blood levels of Astemizole.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Astemizole together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it is safe if your doctor has prescribed it. Contact a doctor if you have palpitations, an irregular pulse, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath. Do not stop taking any medications without visiting a doctor. Astemizole should not be combined with any other medications without a doctor's advice.
AprepitantAvanafil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Aprecin-V Capsule Kit may considerably raise Avanafil levels in the blood. This increases the severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although the co-administration of Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Avanafil may result in an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor if you have any of the following symptoms: low blood pressure, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, visual problems, ringing sound in the ears, vision or hearing loss, chest pain or tightness, irregular heartbeat, or priapism (prolonged and painful erection unrelated to sexual activity). Do not discontinue any medications without doctor's consultation.
AprepitantButorphanol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Butorphanol blood levels may rise if Aprecin-V Capsule Kit and Butorphanol are used together.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit with Butorphanol could result in an interaction, it is safe to do so if advised by your doctor. Consult a doctor if you have sleepiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulties concentrating, fainting, confusion, extreme drowsiness, slow heart rate, and/or shallow or difficult breathing. Do not discontinue any medications without talking to a doctor.
AprepitantCilostazol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Aprecin-V Capsule Kit:
Co-administration of Aprecin-V Capsule Kit with cilostazol may increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Aprecin-V Capsule Kit with cilostazol may cause an interaction, it is safe to do so if advised by your doctor. If you feel dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, nausea, diarrhea, bleeding, palpitations, or an abnormal heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PIMOZIDE
  • TERFENADINE
  • ASTEMIZOLE
  • CISAPRIDE
  • TACROLIMUS
  • EVEROLIMUS
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • SIROLIMUS
  • FENTANYL
  • ALFENTANIL
  • QUINIDINE
  • ETOPOSIDE
  • IRINOTECAN
  • ifosfamide
  • ACENOCOUMAROL
  • WARFARIN
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • TELITHROMYCIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • TRIAZOLAM
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • MIDAZOLAM
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • POSACONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • NEFAZODONE
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • METHYLPREDNISOLONE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • TOLBUTAMIDE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and low-fat diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables, lean meats, skinless poultry, nuts, fish, whole grains, and plant-based oils, especially in small portions, as it will be easy for digestion.
  • Avoid eating over-sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting. 
  • Increase the intake of fluids. Drink a small amount of water after small intervals to stay hydrated. 
  • Avoid taking greasy or oily foods, as these foods trigger nausea and vomiting. 
  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food, as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do the cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nausea and vomiting: Nausea is an uneasiness in the stomach that usually precedes vomiting. Vomiting, on the other hand, is a normal bodily response in which a person desires to evacuate stomach contents from the mouth aggressively. In brief, nausea and vomiting are symptoms of a variety of disorders, including infections, motion sickness, an early stage of pregnancy, and gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying). Vomiting is controlled by a receptor in the brain known as the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ). After chemotherapy and radiation therapy, nausea and vomiting are common side effects. It can also arise as a side effect of an operation or surgery. Controlling vomiting and nausea in cancer patients is critical for conducting daily tasks. It can cause mental abnormalities, lack of appetite, malnutrition, and dehydration if not managed.

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