Brand name: Aprepitant (ARX) TM
Active ingredients: aprepitant
What it is used for
Aprepitant, in combination with other antiemetic agents, is indicated for the prevention of acute and delayed nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of: - highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy. - moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy. Aprepitant is indicated for the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
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Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Opaque hard gelatin capsules with a blue cap and white body, printed with 165 mg on the body
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient aprepitant
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Consumer Medicines Information (CMI)
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Reporting side effects
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