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Aprepitant (Oral Route)
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Description
Aprepitant is used with other medicines to prevent the nausea and vomiting that may occur during cancer treatment (chemotherapy). It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may occur after surgery. Aprepitant works in the nervous system to block the action of a chemical that causes vomiting.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Capsule
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