Rolapitant is used together with other medicines to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy.
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uses
What isRolapitant (Intravenous,Oral)used for?
- Nausea/Vomiting -- Chemotherapy Induced
warnings
What is the most important information I should know aboutRolapitant (Intravenous,Oral)?
Some medicines can cause unwanted or dangerous effects when used with rolapitant.Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use:
- pimozide; or
- thioridazine.
Rolapitant is not approved for use by anyone younger than 2 years old.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- liver disease; or
- if you use a blood thinner (such as warfarin) and you have routine "INR" or prothrombin time tests.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
This medicine may affect fertility (your ability to have children) for a short time.
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Side Effects
What are the side effects ofRolapitant (Intravenous,Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
马上打电话给你的医生如果你有:
- pain or burning when you urinate;
- low red blood cells (anemia)--pale skin, unusual tiredness, feeling light-headed or short of breath, cold hands and feet; or
- low white blood cell counts--fever, swollen gums, painful mouth sores, skin sores, cold or flu symptoms, cough, trouble breathing.
Common side effects may include:
- low blood cell counts;
- painful urination;
- mouth sores;
- hiccups;
- dizziness; or
- stomach pain, indigestion, loss of appetite.
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.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeRolapitant (Intravenous,Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
This medicine may affect fertility (your ability to have children) for a short time.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingRolapitant (Intravenous,Oral)?
For at least 1 month after you use rolapitant,avoid using any cough or cold medicine that contains dextromethorphan. Talk to your doctor about how to best treat a cough due to the common cold.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeRolapitant (Intravenous,Oral)?
UseRolapitant (Intravenous,Oral)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Rolapitant is usually given on Day 1 of your chemotherapy treatment.
You may take rolapitant with or without food.
You should not take rolapitant more than once every 14 days.
You will be given other medication to prevent nausea or vomiting. Keep using these medicines for as long as your doctor has prescribed.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep each tablet in the foil blister pack until you are ready to take the medicine.
Call your doctor for instructions if you forget to take the tablets at the correct time before chemotherapy. The timing of your rolapitant dose is important for this medicine to be effective.
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