Table of contents - Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions
Table of contents - Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions
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2:6 MEDICATION<br />
ANTIEMETICS<br />
Patient Information Sheet<br />
DRUGS:<br />
• Ondansetron (Z<strong>of</strong>ran)<br />
• Granisetron (Kytril)<br />
• Dolasetron (Anzemet)<br />
These are the most commonly used drugs. They usually control nausea well and cause few<br />
side effects. These drugs can be given by vein or by mouth. If you are taking one <strong>of</strong> these<br />
drugs at home, your doctor will tell you exactly how much to take and how <strong>of</strong>ten to take it.<br />
In some cases other drugs may be added to try to control nausea:<br />
• Prochloraperazine (Compazine)<br />
• Dexamethasone (Decadron)<br />
• Lorazepam (Ativan)<br />
PURPOSE: Antiemetics are medications given to reduce nausea and vomiting caused by<br />
chemotherapy. There are several different types <strong>of</strong> drugs that may be used. Sometimes different<br />
drugs will be combined to try to achieve the best result.<br />
SIDE EFFECTS: Call your doctor right away if you have any <strong>of</strong> these side effects:<br />
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in<br />
the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing<br />
• Inability to move eyes; other muscle spasms, especially <strong>of</strong> the face, neck or back<br />
Tell your doctor if you experience any <strong>of</strong> these less-serious side effects:<br />
• Constipation, diarrhea or abdominal pain<br />
• Headache<br />
• Dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness or sedation<br />
• Blurred vision<br />
• Fever, chills<br />
• Fatigue
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