Ansmet

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Anzemet^® is a medication that can be prescribed to prevent nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy and surgery. By blocking a certain chemical in the body (serotonin), the drug can help reduce these symptoms. In clinical studies, up to 73 percent of people receiving chemotherapy had no vomiting when taking this medicine.

This product comes in the form of a tablet that is generally taken an hour before chemotherapy or two hours before surgery. It is also in an injectable form that is given by IV (this is particularly useful for children who cannot swallow tablets). There is currently no generic version of this medication.

As with any medicine, side effects are possible. Some of the common side effects of this drug may include fatigue, headache, and diarrhea. Talk to your doctor before using this medication if you have low potassium or magnesium levels in your blood. Also, let your healthcare provider know if you have an irregular heart rhythm, any allergies, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.

(Click Anzemet for more information, including warnings to be aware of before starting the medication and a list of the available strengths of Anzemet. You can also click on any of the links in the box to the right for more specific information.)