Dexbrompheniramine and phenylephrine and Emend

• Generic Name: dexbrompheniramine / phenylephrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Ala Hist PE, Ala-Hist PE

Dexbrompheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Dexbrompheniramine and phenylephrine is a combination medicine used to treat symptoms of the common cold or seasonal allergies, including sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, and itchy, watery eyes.

Dexbrompheniramine and phenylephrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: aprepitant
• Dosage Forms: capsule, powder for oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Emend, Cinvanti, Emend 3-Day, Emend 2-Day

Emend (aprepitant) blocks the actions of chemicals in the body that trigger nausea and vomiting.

Emend is used together with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by chemotherapy.

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

Emend capsules are for use in adults and children who are at least 12 years old. Emend oral suspension (liquid) can be given to adults and children as young as 6 months old.