Akyzeo
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| Akyzeo | |
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| Term | Akyzeo |
| Short definition | Akyzeo (ay-KIN-zee-oh) combination of two drugs used with dexamethasone in adults to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. Akynzeo blocks the effects of certain chemicals in the central nervous system that can cause nausea and vomiting. |
| Type | Cancer terms |
| Specialty | Oncology |
| Language | English |
| Source | NCI |
| Comments | |
Akyzeo - (pronounced) (ay-KIN-zee-oh) combination of two drugs used with dexamethasone in adults to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. Akynzeo blocks the effects of certain chemicals in the central nervous system that can cause nausea and vomiting. Blocking these chemicals can help reduce nausea and vomiting. Akynzeo is a type of antiemetic. Also called netupitant and palonosetron hydrochloride
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