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We have seen an uptick in reactions to Emend, with two in April (1.5% of cases) and four in June (7.7% of cases). Reactions included chest tightness, facial flushing, and itching.
Has anyone else noticed an increased incidence of Emend reactions?
Our institution has been observing a recent increase in hypersensitivity reactions associated with fosaprepitant. The hypersensitivity reactions have been occurring within a minutes of infusion initiation, and has occurred with patients who have previously tolerated the infusion.
Has anyone observed any similar trends at their institutions?