Anzemet is a medicine that is prescribed to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by surgery and chemotherapy. This eMedTV Web page provides an overview of Anzemet and also discusses its effects, dosing information, and possible side effects.
Fever, fatigue, and dizziness are some of the most common side effects of Anzemet. Side effects, as this eMedTV article explains, are generally minor, but you should contact your doctor if you develop arrhythmia, chest pain, or allergic reactions.
Anzemet is used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or surgery. This eMedTV resource explains how the drug works to prevent nausea and vomiting, and discusses possible "off-label" Anzemet uses.
Adults may take 100 mg of Anzemet two hours before surgery to prevent nausea and vomiting. This eMedTV page also offers Anzemet dosage recommendations for the prevention of nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy and includes tips for taking the drug.
Amoxapine, methadone, and rifampin are medications that may cause Anzemet drug interactions. This eMedTV article lists other medicines that may cause Anzemet interactions and explains the risk of developing QT prolongation during a drug interaction.
Anzemet may potentially cause a dangerous irregular heart rhythm called QT prolongation. This eMedTV page contains other Anzemet warnings and precautions, including important information on who should not take the medication.
In one Anzemet overdose case, the patient experienced dizziness, low blood pressure, and arrhythmia. This eMedTV article explains how common Anzemet overdoses are and describes the treatment options that are available.
Anzemet seems to be safe for temporary use in pregnancy, but it is not recommended for long-term use. This eMedTV Web page offers more information on the clinical studies that have been conducted on Anzemet and pregnancy.
It is not known whether Anzemet is safe for breastfeeding women. This eMedTV resource offers more information on Anzemet and breastfeeding, and explains why no clinical studies have been conducted on the safety of the drug in breastfeeding women.
There are currently no generic Anzemet products available on the market. As this page on the eMedTV site explains, however, as soon as the patent for Anzemet expires in July 2011, other companies may begin manufacturing a generic Anzemet drug.
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