Table 4. CINV Prophylaxis Recommendations for Oral Chemotherapy.
Moderate to high emetic risk | Recommendation: Start 5-HT3 receptor antagonist before chemotherapy and continue daily |
Prophylaxis options:
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Minimal to low emetic risk | Recommendation: Provide patient with an as needed (prn) antiemetic agent; if CINV occurs, begin scheduled antiemetic before chemotherapy and continue daily. |
Prophylaxis options:
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