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Emend Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The right dosage of Emend Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Emend Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Loss of appetite. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Emend Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Emend Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Emend Injection is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Emend Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Emend Injection related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Emend Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Emend Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Emend Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Emend Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Emend Injection safe for pregnant women?
Emend is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Emend Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Emend. If you see any side effects, stop taking Emend immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Emend again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Emend Injection on the Kidneys?
Emend is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Emend Injection on the Liver?
Emend is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Emend Injection on the Heart?
Using Emend does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emend Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emend Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Emend Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Emend Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Emend Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Emend Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emend Injection
It is safe to take Emend Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emend Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Emend Injection with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Emend (fosaprepitant)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 180-182