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What is Emend used for? 

Emend is used for treating the effects of chemotherapy, such as vomiting and nausea. 

Emend for nausea and vomiting will not work if it has already started before taking the medication. Talk to your doctor about what to do if you already have nausea and vomiting. 

How to take Emend 

Take Emend with or without food orally by swallowing it whole. Read the patient instruction leaflet for further information. If you are using the liquid form of this medication, read the instructions on using it and speak with your doctor for further details. 

Take your first dose one hour before chemotherapy as instructed by your doctor. For two days, take this medication daily for an hour before starting chemotherapy. If you have chemotherapy that day, take it 1 hour before chemotherapy. If you don’t have treatment that day, take this medication once early in the morning. 

Dosages 

Emend dose in moderately to highly HEC/MEC: day one will be Emend 125 mg taken by mouth 1 hour before chemotherapy. Day 2 to 3 would be Emend 80 mg 1 hour before chemotherapy or in the morning if you don’t have treatment. The duration of treatment will be a 3-day cycle. 

Note that your dosage will be dependent on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. With children, the dosage will also depend on weight. Follow your doctor’s instructions on how long you have to take it and when you should take a dose.

Emend Side Effects 

Hiccups or tiredness might occur. If you experience any of this or it worsens, consult your doctor right away. The common side effects include: indigestion, stomach pain, loss of appetite, constipation, diarrhea, low blood cells, dizziness, headache, dehydration, pain, redness, hardening, itching, or swelling of the area injected, pain in arms, cough, or feeling tired and weak.

Allergic Reactions 

If you observe an allergic reaction, such as swelling, rash, itching of the face, throat, tongue, having trouble breathing, or extreme dizziness, seek medical attention immediately. Although rare, allergic reactions can still occur. Ensure to keep an eye out for these symptoms and seek medical attention right away if experienced.

Caution 

Emend contains inactive ingredients that can cause allergic reactions, so tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any allergies before using this drug. 

If you have any medical history of liver disease, consult your doctor right away. Before any surgery, inform your doctor or dentist about all the drugs you may have taken, including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbal products, or medicine. Only take this medication unless necessary and talk about the risks and benefits with your doctor during pregnancy.

It is still not known if Emend passes to breast milk, so speak with your doctor before breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions 

What is Emend’s mechanism of action? 

Emend is used to treat the side effects of chemotherapy, such as nausea and vomiting. However, this medication does not work if you already have nausea and vomiting before taking the drug.

Benefits of both Emend vs Zofran? 

Emend works on reducing the vomiting part of the brain. Zofran works with the receptor sites in your stomach to minimize vomiting and reduce nausea.

How often can Emend be given? 

Emend should be taken orally. This medicine should not be used for an extended period of time. Most likely, you will be taking this medication for 1 to 3 doses only. 

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