Netupitant-Palonosetron

  • Brand Name : Akynzeo
  • Drug Class : Antiemetics, Selective 5-HT3 Antagonist
  • Medical Author : Divya Jacob, Pharm. D.
  • Medical Reviewer : Sarfaroj Khan, BHMS, PGD Health Operations
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What Is Netupitant-Palonosetron and How Does It Work?

Netupitant-Palonosetron is a combination medication used for treating nausea and vomiting induced by chemotherapy.

  • Netupitant-Palonosetron is available under various brand names: Akynzeo, fosnetupitant

What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Netupitant-Palonosetron?

Common side effects of Netupitant-Palonosetron include:

  • headache,
  • weakness,
  • indigestion,
  • fatigue,
  • constipation, and
  • skin redness

Serious side effects of Netupitant-Palonosetron include:

  • hives,
  • chest pain
  • difficulty breathing,
  • swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat,
  • agitation, 
  • hallucinations, 
  • fever, 
  • sweating, 
  • shivering, 
  • fast heart rate, 
  • muscle stiffness, 
  • twitching,
  • loss of coordination, 
  • nausea, 
  • vomiting, or 
  • diarrhea.

Rare side effects of Netupitant-Palonosetron include:

  • none

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

  • Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
  • Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
  • Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out.

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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