Aprepitant
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Aprepitant uses
Aprepitant is used to prevent nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy.
How aprepitant works
Aprepitant 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).
Common side effects of aprepitant
Headache, Dizziness, Hiccup, Loss of appetite, Fatigue, Constipation
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27 Dec 2019 | 01:08 PM (IST)
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Expert advice for Aprepitant
- Aprepitant helps prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain chemotherapy medicines.
- It will not help if you already have nausea and vomiting.
- Do not use it continuously for a long time.
- It is recommended to take Aprepitant 1 hour before chemotherapy treatment (Day 1) and in the morning on Days 2 and 3.
- It may damage sperms and may harm the baby if used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Aprepitant
Aprepitant
Q. What are Aprepitant capsules/ what is Aprepitant used for?
Aprepitant is used in adults in combination with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy (cancer treatment) or in some cases after a surgery
Q. How does Aprepitant work?
Aprepitant is an antiemetic that works by blocking the action of neurokinin, a natural substance in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting.