Clinical journal of oncology nursing
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Review Comparative Study
Aprepitant for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
Although the development of serotonin receptor antagonists has greatly improved treatment for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, patients receiving chemotherapy continue to experience this troublesome side effect. On March 26, 2003, the U. S. ⋯ Aprepitant was well tolerated in phase III studies, with side effects similar to standard therapy. Healthcare providers need to be aware of potential drug interactions with aprepitant. Oncology nurses continue to play a key role in helping patients adhere to their antiemetic schedules, stressing the importance of prevention of nausea and vomiting.