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Amitant-IV Injection

Fosaprepitant (150mg)
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Amitant-IV Injection is a prescription medicine used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 03 Apr 2026 | 12:24 PM (IST)
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General Information

Contains

Fosaprepitant (150mg)

Marketer

Aureate Healthcare Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
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Product introduction

Amitant-IV 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 Amitant Injection

  • Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy

Benefits of Amitant Injection

Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting a distressing side effects experienced by cancer patients undergoing treatment. It can lead to dehydration, poor nutrition, and reduced quality of life, often interfering with the continuation of therapy. Amitant-IV Injection helps prevent these symptoms by blocking neurokinin and effectively reducing both the immediate and delayed phases of nausea and vomiting. It improves patient comfort, supports better adherence to chemotherapy, and enhances overall treatment outcomes.

Side effects of Amitant 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 you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Amitant
  • Headache
  • Hiccup
  • Indigestion
  • Fatigue
  • Decreased appetite
  • Constipation

How to use Amitant Injection

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

How Amitant Injection works

Amitant-IV 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).

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Quick tips

  • Amitant-IV 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Amitant-IV Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Amitant-IV Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Amitant-IV Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Amitant-IV Injection may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Amitant-IV Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Amitant-IV Injection in patients with liver disease.
No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with moderate to severe liver disease.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Amitant with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Severe

Apalutamide (Oral Route)

Concomitant use should be avoided. Please consult with your doctor. Apalutamide may increase the metabolism of Fosaprepitant.
Moderate

Gliclazide (Oral Route)

Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Fosaprepitant may reduce blood levels of Gliclazide.
Moderate

Glibenclamide (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms. Fosaprepitant may increase the effect of Glibenclamide.
Moderate

Glimepiride (Oral Route)

Talk to your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.Doctor may monitor your blood sugar level. Fosaprepitant may reduce blood levels of Glimepiride.
Moderate

Diltiazem (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylmorpholines

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Neurokinin-1 (NK1) Receptor Antagonists

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.
  2. Fosaprepitant dimeglumine. Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire: Merck Sharp & Dohme Limited; 2008 [revised 29 Nov. 2018]. [Accessed 29 Jan. 2019] (online) Availale from:
  3. Fosaprepitant. Highway, Greenville, NC: DSM Pharmaceuticals; 2008. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Marketer details

Name: Aureate Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: S-40, 2nd Floor, Janta Market, Rajouri Garden, New Delhi - 110 027. India

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Amitant-IV Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's â„ž and the availability of this medicine.

In case of any issues, contact us

Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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