Fosaprepitant Injection and Rosiglitazone and metformin

• Generic Name: fosaprepitant
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• 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.

• Generic Name: metformin / rosiglitazone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Avandamet

Rosiglitazone and metformin combination is used to treat a type of diabetes mellitus called type 2 diabetes. It is used together with a proper diet and exercise to help control blood sugar levels.

Rosiglitazone helps your body use insulin better. Metformin reduces the absorption of sugar from the stomach, reduces the release of stored sugar from the liver, and helps your body use sugar better.

Rosiglitazone and metformin is available only with your doctor's prescription.