EMEND
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Manufactured by Merck & Co., Inc.
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EMEND Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What is EMEND?
EMEND is the brand name for aprepitant and is available as an oral capsule and suspension.
What dosages is EMEND available in?
EMEND is available as a 80 mg and 125 mg oral capsule and 125 mg oral suspension.
What is EMEND used for?
EMEND is an NK1 receptor antagonist and is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain chemotherapy. It is typically taken along with dexamethasone and a serotonin antagonist (e.g., ondansetron (Zofran).
How does EMEND work?
EMEND is an antiemetic that belongs to the drug class called NK1 receptor antagonists. It works by blocking certain chemicals in the brain that can cause nausea and vomiting. As a result, EMEND helps ease both acute and delayed nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy.
How do I take EMEND?
EMEND is typically dosed based on the chemotherapy regimen you’re getting and the other anti-nausea medications you’re taking. EMEND is taken by mouth, typically 1 hour before your chemotherapy treatment.
Is it safe for me to take EMEND?
EMEND is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. You should not use this medication if you have a known hypersensitivity to any component of this drug or are currently taking pimozide.
EMEND Common Side Effects
Common side effects of EMEND include:
- Tiredness
- Diarrhea
- Weakness
- Indigestion
- Belly pain
- Hiccups
- Lower white blood cell count
- Headache
- Low appetite
- Cough
- Dizziness
EMEND Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with EMEND.
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on EMEND
The following medications may interact with EMEND:
- Multiple drug interactions because of extensive plasma protein binding, saturable metabolism and potent induction of hepatic enzymes such as aprepitant, alfuzosin, doxazosin, tamsulosin, amiodarone, cabazitaxel, docetaxel, doxorubicin, etoposide, ifosfamide, irinotecan and vincristine
Who makes EMEND?
Merck & Co., Inc.
Is EMEND safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if EMEND will harm your unborn baby. You should talk to your healthcare provider before taking this medication if you are pregnant.
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The information provided here about medications is subject to change and is not meant to include all uses, precautions, warnings, directions, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or negative effects. The absence of warnings or other information for a particular medication does not imply that the medication or medication combination is appropriate for all patients or for all possible purposes.
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