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Susannina
Susannina Member Posts: 3
edited June 2014 in Chemotherapy - Before, During, and After


I had an allergic reaction to Emend during my first infusion (felt hot, flushed, and tight in the chest), so they gave me only the other one (Aloxy or Zofran), plus Compazine to bring home. I had one bout of vomiting that time, but it passed quickly and the rest wasn't too bad.


I just had my second infusion and assumed that adjustments would be made. They gave me the option of Emend in pill form (though there was still the chance of a reaction) and suggested that I take an Ativan before going to sleep. I followed these instructions (skipping the Emend) and had an even worse time of it: 3 bouts of vomiting, and a slightly longer recovery.


Has anyone else had this problem with Emend? I can't bear the thought that the nausea will get worse with each go (only two left, thank goodness).


I'm also thinking of trying acupuncture.


Thanks for any insight you can give!

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  • Melrosemelrose
    Melrosemelrose Member Posts: 3,018
    edited December 2013

    Just curious..... did you take these pre chemo meds on an empty stomach?  If you did, that may be the reason for the nausea since these drugs on their own can give one nausea if taken on an empty stomach. 

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  • curveball
    curveball Member Posts: 3,040
    edited December 2013


    Do I understand what you wrote—that you are getting sick at home after your treatment? I haven't had Emend, but I did have nausea after my first infusion with the two meds I was given to take at home. My oncologist changed one of them, and since then I haven't had nausea. Changing your take-home med or adding a second one to it may help keep your stomach settled. I hope you can find some relief.

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  • Susannina
    Susannina Member Posts: 3
    edited December 2013


    Actually, I had a yogurt drink and another snack an hour or so before getting the anti-nausea med through the IV. It's so hard to know whether to eat or not, how much, etc. The nurse during the infusion told me to keep eating all day, not to skip meals. I had skipped dinner the day of the first infusion (vomited once), so I ate dinner (some chicken with rice soup) this time, and it was worse. I'm confused.

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  • Susannina
    Susannina Member Posts: 3
    edited December 2013


    That's so great to think that they could make a change and help the nausea. I was feeling destined to be the chemo patient who throws up a lot. Maybe the problem is that my oncologist was not there during my second infusion (I spoke with a nurse instead) because it was the day after Thanksgiving. Communication has not been great. Thanks for your reply.

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