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# Emend for Injection

Generic name: fosaprepitant [ FOS-a-PREP-i-tan-t ]
Drug class: NK1 receptor antagonists

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Aug 10, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

## What is Emend for Injection?

Emend for Injection is used together with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by chemotherapy in adults and children at least 6 months old.

Emend for Injection is given ahead of time and will not treat nausea or vomiting that you already have.

Emend for Injection may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

## Warnings

You should not use Emend for Injection if you also take pimozide. Using these drugs together can cause unwanted or dangerous effects.

## Before taking this medicine

You should not be treated with Emend for Injection if you are allergic to Emend for Injection or aprepitant, or if you take another medicine called pimozide (Orap). This medicine can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with pimozide.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

- liver disease.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Emend for Injection can make hormonal birth control less effective, including birth control pills, injections, implants, skin patches, and vaginal rings. Use barrier birth control to prevent pregnancy: condom, diaphragm, cervical cap, or contraceptive sponge.

Keep using a barrier form of birth control for at least 1 month after each dose of fosaprepitant.

## How is Emend for Injection given?

Emend for Injection is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.

The first dose of fosaprepitant is usually given on the first day of chemotherapy treatment. This medicine can also be given on the second and third day of chemotherapy treatment.

You may also be given other medicines to further help prevent nausea and vomiting.

Emend for Injection is not for long-term use.

If you also take warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven), you may need extra "INR" or prothrombin time tests after you have received Emend for Injection.

Detailed Emend for Injection dosage information

## Related/similar drugs

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## What happens if I miss a dose?

Emend for Injection is used as a single dose and does not have a daily dosing schedule.

## What happens if I overdose?

Since Emend for Injection is given by a healthcare professional in a medical setting, an overdose is unlikely to occur.

## What should I avoid while receiving Emend for Injection?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

## Emend for Injection side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, rash, itching, skin sores or peeling; warmth or tingly feeling; fast or weak heartbeats, severe dizziness; trouble breathing or swallowing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Emend for Injection may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

- pain, redness, swelling, burning, blistering, or skin changes where the chemotherapy medicine was injected;

- a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;

- pain or burning when you urinate; or

- low blood cell counts--fever, chills, tiredness, mouth sores, skin sores, easy bruising, unusual bleeding, pale skin, cold hands and feet, feeling light-headed or short of breath.

Common side effects of Emend for Injection may include:

- weakness, tired feeling;

- fever;

- low blood cell counts;

- painful urination;

- diarrhea, indigestion; or

- pain, numbness, or weakness in your arms or legs.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Emend for Injection side effects (more detail)

## What other drugs will affect Emend for Injection?

Sometimes it is not safe to use certain medications at the same time. Some drugs can affect your blood levels of other drugs you take, which may increase side effects or make the medications less effective.

Many drugs can affect Emend for Injection. This includes prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible interactions are listed here. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

Emend for Injection drug interactions (more detail)

## Where can I get more information?

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

## Frequently asked questions

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## More about Emend for Injection (fosaprepitant)

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### Related treatment guides

- Nausea/Vomiting, Chemotherapy Induced

## Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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