In combination with a 5HT3 receptor antagonist and dexamethasone for highly emetogenic chemotherapy (HEC) regimens: Cisplatin-based chemotherapy where a single daily dose is greater than or equal to 70 mg per meter squared Cisplatin and cyclophosphamide combinations where the single daily dose…
In combination with a 5HT3 receptor antagonist and dexamethasone for highly emetogenic chemotherapy (HEC) regimens: - Cisplatin-based chemotherapy where a single daily dose is greater than or equal to 70 mg per meter squared - Cisplatin and cyclophosphamide combinations where the single daily dose is greater than or equal to 50mg per meter squared - Cisplatin (any dose) given for 3 to 5 consecutive days - Non-cisplatin based highly emetogenic chemotherapy (such as those containing anthracycline greater than or equal to 60mg per meter squared plus cyclophosphamide) Dosage: Recommend aprepitant 125mg orally on Day 1 of HEC followed by 80mg orally on Days 2 to 3 post-chemotherapy for each cycle.