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Fospehal 150 Injection


Product introduction

Fospehal 150 Injection is a prescription medicine used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.

Fospehal 150 Injection is given under the supervision of 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 than 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 advice for regular monitoring of liver function test while taking this medicine.

It has side 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.

Uses of Fospehal Injection

  • Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy

Side effects of Fospehal Injection

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 youโ€™re worried about them

Common side effects of Fospehal

  • Headache
  • Hiccup
  • Indigestion
  • Fatigue
  • Decreased appetite
  • Constipation

How to use Fospehal Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Fospehal Injection works

Fospehal 150 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 advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fospehal 150 Injection.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fospehal 150 Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fospehal 150 Injection 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
Fospehal 150 Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fospehal 150 Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Fospehal 150 Injection is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Fospehal 150 Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fospehal 150 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Fospehal Injection?

If you miss a dose of Fospehal 150 Injection, 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.\n

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Quick tips

  • Fospehal 150 Injection is given as a drip into the vein under the supervision of a doctor.
  • It makes you feel dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • You will be monitored for liver functioning regularly while taking this medication.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Phenylmorpholine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Neurokinin-1 (NK1) Receptor Antagonists

Patient concerns

NAUSEA AND VOMITING DUE TO COLD
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
Tab Domstal 1 tab Stat and keep yourself warm
Vomiting, nausea neck pain backside
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
Neck pain may be due to nausea NAD vomiting Visit physician for the same

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References

  1. McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1086.
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Marketer details

Name: Halsted Pharma Private Limited
Address: Ground floor, Plot No.25-HIG, Survey No.912P. 913P, 941P, 944P 945 to 962 and 964P Phase XV, KPHB Colony, Kukatpally. Medchal- Malkajgiri District, Telangana State, India.
Country of origin: India

MRP
โ‚น3300
Inclusive of all taxes
1.0 Injection in 1 vial
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