Akynzeo Intravenous and Factor XIII

• Generic Name: fosnetupitant / palonosetron
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Akynzeo for injection

Fosnetupitant and palonosetron combination injection is used together with dexamethasone to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by cancer medicines (chemotherapy). Palonosetron and fosnetupitant work by blocking the signals to the brain that cause nausea and vomiting.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: factor XIII
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Corifact, Tretten

Factor XIII (thirteen) is a naturally occurring protein in the blood that helps blood to clot. A lack of clotting factors can cause uncontrolled bleeding, as the blood is unable to clot properly. factor XIII works by temporarily raising levels of these factor XIII in the blood to aid in clotting.

Factor XIII is used to prevent bleeding episodes in people with a hereditary bleeding disorder caused by a deficiency of Factor XIII.

Factor XIII will not treat a bleeding episode that has already begun.

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