Aprepitant for Nausea or Vomiting

• Aprepitant

Aprepitant is a drug that is licensed to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or surgery. This eMedTV article describes the effects of aprepitant, offers dosing information for the drug, and lists possible side effects that may occur.

• Side Effects of Aprepitant

Weakness, fatigue, hiccups, and hair loss are the most common side effects of aprepitant. This eMedTV page describes other common aprepitant side effects, lists rare but possible problems, and explains which side effects require medical attention.

• What Is Aprepitant Used For?

Aprepitant is used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by surgery or chemotherapy. This eMedTV Web page explores how the medicine works, explains whether it can be used in children, and discusses possible off-label aprepitant uses.

• Aprepitant Dosing

As this eMedTV article explains, the recommended dosage of aprepitant to prevent nausea and vomiting due to surgery is 40 mg. This page also includes aprepitant dosing recommendations for the prevention of nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy.

• Drug Interactions With Aprepitant

Pimozide, astemizole, and terfenadine are medicines that should never be taken with aprepitant. This eMedTV page lists other medicines that may cause serious drug interactions with aprepitant and explains the possible effects of mixing the medicines.

• Precautions and Warnings With Aprepitant

Before taking aprepitant, be sure to let your doctor know if you have liver disease or any allergies. This eMedTV segment provides other precautions and warnings with aprepitant and explains what else you should know before taking the medication.