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USES: This medication is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
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Kytril
Uses
This medication is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
Notes
- This medication is only to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy.
- It is not to be used for nausea and vomiting due to other causes.
Storage
- This medication should be stored at room temperature and used within 24 hours.
- Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard of any unused medication after that time.
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How To Use
- HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: This medication is administered by injection into a vein over 5 minutes by a health care professional usually 30 minutes before chemotherapy is given.
Side Effects
- Diarrhea, constipation, change in taste, headache, fever, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, agitation, and anxiety may occur.
- If these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
- Notify your doctor if you develop a skin rash, a rapid, pounding or irregular heartbeat or breathing trouble while taking this medication.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- This medication should be avoided if possible during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.
- Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing liver disease or any allergies.
Missed Dose
- It is important that each dose be used prior to chemotherapy as directed.
- If you miss a dose, contact your doctor who will help establish a new dose schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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