All Details About Emvoid Injection
Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Emvoid Injection
Description:
Emvoid Injection is a prescription medicine used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It is also used in the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting in adults.Emvoid Injection is given by your doctor or nurse. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early, your symptoms may come back, and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are headache, hiccups, loss of appetite, fatigue, and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is beneficial to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Earlier taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Uses:
- Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Emvoid
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Hiccup
- Loss of appetite
- Chubbyigue
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themWarning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Emvoid Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emvoid Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emvoid Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Emvoid Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emvoid Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Emvoid Injection is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emvoid Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emvoid Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. Does Emvoid Injection help treat nausea and vomiting?
No, this medicine will not treat nausea or vomiting that has already started. Emvoid Injection is used with other medications to help prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy). It prevents the feeling of sickness by blocking the body's natural substances that cause nausea and vomiting.
Q. What are some of the serious side-effects of Emvoid Injection?
Some of the serious side-effects of this medicine are rash, itching, skin peeling or blisters, difficulty breathing or swallowing.
Q. Does Emvoid Injection reduce the effectiveness of contraceptives?
This medicine can make hormonal birth control less effective, including birth control pills, injections, implants, skin patches, and vaginal rings. To prevent pregnancy while using Emvoid Injection, use a barrier form of birth control like condom, diaphragm, or cervical cap. Retain using the barrier form of birth control for 1 month after your last dose of aprepitant.
Q. Is Emvoid Injection given before or after chemotherapy?
Emvoid Injection is administered 1 hour before your chemotherapy on days 1, 2, and 3 of your treatment.
Q. Should I avoid any food and drinks while taking Emvoid Injection?
You can continue with your normal diet unless your doctor tells you otherwise. However, it is advisable to sip water regularly to prevent you from becoming dehydrated, eating small, simple but nourishing snacks every few hours rather than large meals, and sucking on hard candy or popsicles during chemotherapy to prevent nausea and vomiting.
Q. What should I avoid during chemotherapy?
During chemotherapy, it is advisable to avoid caffeine as it can make you feel dehydrated, avoid fatty fried, spicy, and overly sweet foods, as they may induce nausea, avoid alcohol and smoking. It is also advisable to avoid crowds or people with colds, as you may be at risk of infection as well as sun exposure to prevent rashes and dry skin.
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