Generic name:aprepitant (oral/injection) [ a-PREP-i-tant ]
Drug class:NK1 receptor antagonists
What is Emend?
Emend blocks the actions of chemicals in the body that trigger nausea and vomiting.
Emend is used together with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by chemotherapy.
Emend is given ahead of time and will not treat nausea or vomiting that you already have.
Emend capsules are for use in adults and children who are at least 12 years old. Emend oral suspension (liquid) can be given to adults and children as young as 6 months old.
Warnings
You should not use Emend if you also use pimozide. A serious drug interaction can occur when pimozide is used together with aprepitant.
If you have liver disease, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests.
Emend can make birth control pills less effective, resulting in pregnancy. This effect can last for up to 28 days after your last dose of this medication. Ask your doctor about using a non-hormone method of birth control (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide) to prevent pregnancy while taking aprepitant and for at least 1 month after your treatment ends.
There are many other drugs that can interact with Emend. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor. Keep a list of all your medicines and show it to any healthcare provider who treats you.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Emend if you are allergic to aprepitant, or if you use another medicine called pimozide. Aprepitant can cau...
