Amitant Kit (Aprepitant) - Uses, Price, Side Effects
โ ๏ธ Hepatotoxicity Risk
๐ Prescription Required
๐ Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 29, 2026
What is amitant kit used for?
Amitant Kit is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It contains Aprepitant, a substance P/neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonist that blocks signals in the brain that trigger vomiting. It is taken as a 3-day regimen: one 125mg capsule 1 hour before chemotherapy, then one 12mg capsule on days 2 and 3.
- Generic Name: Aprepitant (12mg) + Aprepitant (125mg)
- Manufacturer: Aureate Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.
๐ amitant kit Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Aprepitant (12mg) + Aprepitant (125mg) |
| Brand Name | amitant kit |
| Manufacturer | Aureate Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Information pending |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take amitant kit
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
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Morning โ
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๐ Evening โ
๐ Night โ
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of amitant kit
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Loss of appetite
- Hiccup
- Increased liver enzymes
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Reduced anticoagulant effect |
| Oral Contraceptives | Moderate | Reduced contraceptive efficacy |
| Corticosteroids | Moderate | Increased corticosteroid levels |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
Liver
Moderate
Kidney
Low
Heart
Low