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NK1 Receptor Antagonists

NK1 receptor antagonists are used to treat nausea and vomiting after an operation or due to chemotherapy. They work by blocking substances in the brain that cause nausea.

Why are nk1 receptor antagonists prescribed?

  1. Alzheimer's Disease (39%)
  2. Dementia (39%)
  3. Chemotherapy Side Effects (11%)
  4. Post-Surgical Care (11%)
  5. Nausea (0%)

Key takeaways

NK1 receptor antagonists are used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. These medications work by blocking the neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptors in your brain, which helps prevent the feeling of nausea. NK1 receptor antagonists come in different forms, including oral pills and injectable solutions. Examples include aprepitant (Emend), fosaprepitant (Emend for injection), and rolapitant (Varubi).

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memantine ER

as low as$30
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MEMANTINE treats memory loss and confusion (dementia) in people who have Alzheimer disease. It works by improving attention, memory, and the ability to engage in daily activities. It is not a cure for dementia or Alzheimer disease.
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Emend (aprepitant, fosaprepitant)

as low as$43
Emend (Aprepitant) is a moderately priced medication used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer treatment (chemotherapy). It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in both brand and generic versions. The most common version of Emend is covered by 87% of insurance plans at a co-pay of $40.00-$60.00, however, some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
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Aponvie

as low as$63
APREPITANT prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a class of medications called antiemetics.
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Cinvanti

as low as$433
APREPITANT prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a class of medications called antiemetics.
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Varubi

as low as$641
ROLAPITANT prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a class of medications called antiemetics.
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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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