Abemaciclib and Fosaprepitant

• Generic Name: abemaciclib
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Verzenio

Abemaciclib is used to treat advanced hormone-related breast cancer. Abemaciclib is used for this condition only if your tumor tests negative for a protein called human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2). HER2 protein can speed the growth of cancer cells.

Abemaciclib is sometimes given with other cancer medicines.

Abemaciclib may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: fosaprepitant
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Emend for Injection

Fosaprepitant blocks the actions of chemicals in the body that trigger nausea and vomiting.

Fosaprepitant is used together with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by chemotherapy in adults and children who are at least 6 months old.

Fosaprepitant is given ahead of time and will not treat nausea or vomiting that you already have.

Fosaprepitant may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.