What To Know: Types of Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
There are 2 common types of CINV. These are determined by when the CINV occurs.
The first type is called acute CINV.
- Acute CINV strikes within 24 hours of undergoing chemotherapy
The second kind is called delayed CINV.
- Delayed CINV happens somewhere between 2 and 5 days after undergoing chemotherapy
Common misperceptions about CINV
In order to prevent or manage CINV, it is important to understand 3 things.
- Many people think nausea and vomiting means their chemotherapy is working. This
is false; CINV is NOT a sign that treatment is working.
- Another belief people have is that their nurse or doctor will lower their dose of
chemotherapy if they talk about having CINV. It is important that you tell your
healthcare team how your chemotherapy is affecting you. Having CINV will not necessarily
change or reduce your treatment dose.
- You may think that experiencing CINV is just a normal part of your treatment. It
may be possible to prevent CINV.
Indication
ALOXI injection is used in adults to help prevent nausea and vomiting on the day
of chemotherapy that is highly likely to cause nausea and vomiting, and up to 5
days following chemotherapy that is moderately likely to cause nausea and vomiting.
Important Safety Information
- Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking other medications or if you
are pregnant or breastfeeding
- The most common side effects of ALOXI® for
the prevention of CINV are headache and constipation
Please read the Full Product Information and discuss it with your doctor or
health care professional.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the
FDA. Visit http://www.FDA.gov/medwatch
or call 1-800-FDA-1088.