apretero 125/80 kit - Aprepitant (125mg) + Aprepitant (80mg) medicine

apretero 125/80 kit

4.5 (13 reviews)
๐Ÿญ Hetero Drugs Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 21, 2026
โš ๏ธ Hepatotoxicity Risk ๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 21, 2026

What is apretero 125/80 kit used for?

Aprecap 125/80 Capsule (Aprepitant) is used to treat GASTRO INTESTINAL. It contains Aprepitant (125mg) + Aprepitant (80mg), which Selective antagonist at substance P/neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptors in the brain, i. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Aprepitant
  • Manufacturer: Hetero Drugs Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? India has the highest number of USFDA-compliant plants outside the USA.

๐Ÿ’Š apretero 125/80 kit Uses & Benefits

Prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV); prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV)

Off-label uses: Pruritus, Depression, Insomnia

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Aprepitant
Brand NameAprecap 125/80 Capsule
ManufacturerHetero Drugs Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
Action ClassSubstance P/Neurokinin 1 (NK1) Receptor Antagonist
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from moisture
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed after oral administration; bioavailability ~60-65%
DistributionExtensively distributed; crosses blood-brain barrier
Protein Binding>95%
MetabolismHepatic, primarily via CYP3A4; also via CYP1A2 and CYP2C19
Half-Life9-13 hours
ExcretionFeces (86%) and urine (5%)
Bioavailability60-65%
Onset of Action1 hour
Peak Plasma Time4 hours
Duration of Action24 hours

How It Works

Selective antagonist at substance P/neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptors in the brain, inhibiting emetic signals

Mechanism Steps

1Aprepitant binds selectively to NK1 receptors in the brainstem (area postrema) and gastrointestinal tract
2Blocks binding of substance P, a key neurotransmitter involved in emesis
3Inhibits the emetic signal transmission to the vomiting center

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take apretero 125/80 kit

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of apretero 125/80 kit

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Hiccups
  • Dizziness

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • Angioedema
  • Anaphylaxis
  • Hepatotoxicity

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • QT prolongation
  • Seizures
  • Pancreatitis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Warfarin Major Decreased anticoagulant effect
Oral contraceptives Major Reduced contraceptive efficacy
Cisapride Major Increased risk of arrhythmias
Pimozide Major Increased risk of QT prolongation
Ergot alkaloids Major Increased ergot toxicity
Lovastatin Major Increased statin levels
Simvastatin Major Increased statin levels
Midazolam Major Increased sedation
Triazolam Major Increased sedation
Diltiazem Moderate Increased aprepitant levels
Ketoconazole Moderate Increased aprepitant levels
Itraconazole Moderate Increased aprepitant levels
Clarithromycin Moderate Increased aprepitant levels
Ritonavir Moderate Increased aprepitant levels
Nelfinavir Moderate Increased aprepitant levels
Rifampin Moderate Decreased aprepitant levels
Carbamazepine Moderate Decreased aprepitant levels
Phenytoin Moderate Decreased aprepitant levels
Cimetidine Minor Minimal interaction
Omeprazole Minor Minimal interaction
Paroxetine Minor Minimal interaction
Sertraline Minor Minimal interaction

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Warfarin
  • Oral contraceptives
  • Cisapride
  • Pimozide
  • Ergot alkaloids
  • Lovastatin
  • Simvastatin
  • Midazolam
  • Triazolam

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Diltiazem
  • Ketoconazole
  • Itraconazole
  • Clarithromycin
  • Ritonavir
  • Nelfinavir
  • Rifampin
  • Carbamazepine
  • Phenytoin

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Cimetidine
  • Omeprazole
  • Paroxetine
  • Sertraline

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Grapefruit juice may increase levels; high-fat meal may decrease absorption

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No significant interaction reported

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to aprepitant or any component

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Liver function tests; signs of hypersensitivity

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; use with caution

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; no specific antidote

โฐ Missed Dose

If missed within 1 hour, take as soon as remembered; otherwise skip and resume next dose

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 21, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

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