How long does IV EMEND last?

Aprepitant (Emend®) is an oral medication that is administered for three consecutive days, whereas fosaprepitant is a single-dose IV medication that is administered on the day of chemotherapy for 20–30 minutes (depending on the IV access type).

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.

Is EMEND an IV?

EMEND for injection will be given on Day 1 of chemotherapy treatment. It will be given to your child by intravenous (IV) infusion into a large vein through a type of IV line called a central venous catheter, about 1 hour to 1 ½ hours before the start of their chemotherapy treatment.

What are side effects of EMEND?

Common side effects of Emend include:

tiredness.
hiccups.
nausea.
vomiting.
heartburn.
stomach pain.
diarrhea.
constipation.

When should I take EMEND?

o Day 2 and Day 3: Take one 80 mg capsule of EMEND (white) by mouth 1 hour before you start your chemotherapy treatment. If no chemotherapy treatment is given on Days 2 and 3, EMEND should be taken in the morning.

How often can you take Emend?

Aprepitant (Emend) should be taken once a day, on the first three days of your chemotherapy cycle. You can take aprepitant (Emend) again when it’s time for your next chemotherapy cycle.

How often can you give Emend?

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.

How is emend IV used in cancer treatment?

EMEND IV, in combination with other medicines, is used to prevent nausea (feeling sick) and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy. EMEND IV belongs to a group of medicines called neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonists.

What kind of drug is Emend for injection?

EMEND (fosaprepitant) for injection is a sterile, lyophilized formulation containingfosaprepitant dimeglumine, a prodrug of aprepitant, a substance P/neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonist, anantiemetic agent, chemically described as 1-Deoxy-1-(methylamino)-D-glucitol[3-

How does emend IV work for nausea and vomiting?

EMEND IV belongs to a group of medicines called neurokinin 1 (NK1) receptor antagonists. It works by blocking the actions of substances in your brain, called substance P neurokinins, that cause nausea and vomiting.

Why does my doctor give me emend IV?