Aloxi® | |
Brand Name: | Aloxi® |
Active Ingredient: | palonosetron |
Strength(s): | 0.25 mg in 5 mL |
Dosage Form(s): | Injection |
Availability: | Prescription only |
Company Name: | Helsinn Healthcare |
*Date Approved by FDA: | July 25, 2003 |
*Approval by FDA does not mean that the drug is available to consumers at this time. |
What is Aloxi used for? Aloxi is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that happens:
Aloxi is not used to treat the nausea and vomiting you may already have. Aloxi has not been studied in children under 18 years of age. Who should not take Aloxi? Do not take Aloxi if you are allergic to Aloxi or any of its ingredients. General Precautions with Aloxi:
What should I tell my health care provider? Tell your health care provider:
Tell your health care provider about ALL the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some medicines may affect how Aloxi works or Aloxi may affect how your other medicines work. What are some possible side effects of Aloxi? (This is NOT a complete list of side effects reported with Aloxi. Your health care provider or pharmacist can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.) Some common side effects with Aloxi include:
For more detailed information about Aloxi, ask your health care provider or pharmacist. Updated 12/04 ghc |