Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule Information

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.

The optimal dosage of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Aprecap Benefits & Uses
Aprecap Dosage & How to Take
Aprecap Side Effects
Aprecap Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Aprecap with Other Drugs
Aprecap Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Aprecap
Aprecap Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule Benefits & Uses

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Other Benefits

Diseases of the Monsoon: Symptoms and Precautions

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: For chemotherapy Induced Nausea/Vomiting, day 1 given 125 mg, other day 80 mg
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: For chemotherapy Induced Nausea/Vomiting, day 1 given 125 mg, other day 80 mg
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: For chemotherapy Induced Nausea/Vomiting, day 1 given 125 mg, other day 80 mg

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Aprecap without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Aprecap may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Aprecap, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Aprecap.

Moderate
What is the effect of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?

Aprecap is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule on the Liver?

Aprecap has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule on the Heart?

You can take Aprecap without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule with Other Drugs

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Allergy
Low Blood Pressure
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule

Is this Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule for mental disorders.

No

Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule

Taking Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Aprecap 125 Mg Capsule with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; EMEND (aprepitant)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 669-670

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 180-182

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