What is the drug Emend used for?

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What is the drug Emend used for?

Aprepitant is used with other medications to help prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy). Aprepitant works by blocking one of the body’s natural substances (substance P/neurokinin 1) that causes vomiting. This medication will not treat nausea or vomiting that has already started.

Can you take Emend daily?

Emend is not for long-term use. You will most likely need only 1 to 3 doses. The first dose is usually given 30 to 60 minutes before treatment with chemotherapy. Follow your doctor’s dosing instructions very carefully.

When should I take Emend?

It does not matter if you take EMEND before, with or after food. However, if you are taking the 165 mg capsule, take it either without food or with a light meal. Your doctor will give you one 40 mg capsule of EMEND 3 hours before your surgery. EMEND can be taken with or without food.

What type of drug is Emend?

What Is Emend? Emend (aprepitant) is an antiemetic (anti-nausea) used together with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by surgery or cancer chemotherapy. Emend is given ahead of time and will not treat nausea or vomiting you already have.

Is aprepitant the same as Zofran?

Conclusions: Aprepitant was non-inferior to ondansetron in achieving complete response for 24 h after surgery. Aprepitant was significantly more effective than ondansetron for preventing vomiting at 24 and 48 h after surgery, and in reducing nausea severity in the first 48 h after surgery.

Can you take Emend and Zofran together?

No interactions were found between Emend and Zofran. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

What is a chemo belly?

Bloating can also be caused by slowed movement of food through the G.I. (gastrointestinal tract or digestive tract) tract due to gastric surgery, chemotherapy (also called chemo belly), radiation therapy or medications. Whatever the cause, the discomfort is universally not welcome.

How do you get rid of the feeling of throwing up?

Many nausea remedies don’t necessarily cure the condition, but they may help you feel more comfortable.

  1. Sit up and avoid crunching the stomach.
  2. Open a window or sit in front of a fan.
  3. Apply a cool compress.
  4. Apply pressure.
  5. Meditate or take deep breaths.
  6. Shift your focus.
  7. Stay hydrated.
  8. Opt for chamomile tea.