Proven Protection
A single dose of AKYNZEO (a kin zee oh) with dexamethasone helps prevent chemo-related nausea and vomiting (CINV) for up to 5 days. AKYNZEO is available by prescription only, so ask your doctor if AKYNZEO is right for you. Learn more.
Is Your Nausea and Vomiting Being Prevented?
AKYNZEO helps with the prevention of acute and delayed nausea and vomiting. Take the quiz, and then talk to your doctor about your options. Nausea and vomiting can be prevented.
Paying for AKYNZEO
You shouldn’t have to worry about paying for your medication. Find out how Helsinn can help with patient support and access programs.
Approved Use/Important Safety Considerations
AKYNZEO (netupitant and palonosetron) capsules/(fosnetupitant and palonosetron) injection is a prescription medicine called an “antiemetic.” AKYNZEO is used in combination with the medicine dexamethasone in adults to help prevent the nausea and vomiting that happens right away or later with certain anti‑cancer medicines (chemotherapy).
It is not known if AKYNZEO is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.
Important Safety Considerations
- AKYNZEO may cause serious allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis. Get emergency medical help right away if you get any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction: hives, swollen face, trouble breathing, or chest pain
- Serotonin syndrome can happen with AKYNZEO particularly with certain other medicines such as anti‑depressants and anti‑migraine medicines and can be life‑threatening. Stop taking AKYNZEO capsules and go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you get any of the following symptoms: agitation, hallucinations or other changes in mental status, dizziness, fast heartbeat, sweating, low body temperature, shaking (tremors), unsteady movements, muscle twitching (overactive reflexes), or seizures with or without nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- The most common side effects of AKYNZEO capsules and injection include: headache, weakness, fatigue, upset stomach, constipation, and skin redness
- Tell your doctor or nurse about all your medical conditions including if you are taking other medications or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or plan to become pregnant or breastfeed
Only take AKYNZEO as prescribed by your doctor. For additional information about AKYNZEO, talk to your doctor or see the Full Prescribing Information.
You may report side effects to the FDA at www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Approved Use/Important Safety Considerations
AKYNZEO (netupitant and palonosetron) capsules/(fosnetupitant and palonosetron) injection is a prescription medicine called an “antiemetic.” AKYNZEO is used in combination with the medicine dexamethasone in adults to help prevent the nausea and vomiting that happens right away or later with certain anti‑cancer medicines (chemotherapy).
It is not known if AKYNZEO is safe and effective in children under 18 years of age.
Important Safety Considerations
- AKYNZEO may cause serious allergic reactions, such as anaphylaxis. Get emergency medical help right away if you get any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction: hives, swollen face, trouble breathing, or chest pain
- Serotonin syndrome can happen with AKYNZEO particularly with certain other medicines such as anti‑depressants and anti‑migraine medicines and can be life‑threatening. Stop taking AKYNZEO capsules and go to the nearest hospital emergency room right away if you get any of the following symptoms: agitation, hallucinations or other changes in mental status, dizziness, fast heartbeat, sweating, low body temperature, shaking (tremors), unsteady movements, muscle twitching (overactive reflexes), or seizures with or without nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- The most common side effects of AKYNZEO capsules and injection include: headache, weakness, fatigue, upset stomach, constipation, and skin redness
- Tell your doctor or nurse about all your medical conditions including if you are taking other medications or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or plan to become pregnant or breastfeed
Only take AKYNZEO as prescribed by your doctor. For additional information about AKYNZEO, talk to your doctor or see the Full Prescribing Information.
You may report side effects to the FDA at www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088.