Netupitant / palonosetron Oral Capsule [Akynzeo]
RxNorm 1552346
Concept Hierarchy & Relationship Mapping
RxNorm Concept Unique Identifier (RxCUI) 1552346 represents a standardized clinical drug concept used for cross-system interoperability. This concept aggregates multiple Atom IDs (AUIs), which are specific naming variations and synonyms used across pharmaceutical databases to ensure accurate medication mapping for: netupitant / palonosetron Oral Capsule [Akynzeo].
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SBDFPrescribable
Semantic Branded Drug Form (SBDF):
Netupitant / palonosetron Oral Capsule [Akynzeo]
(Atom ID: 6412234)
Patient Education
Netupitant and Palonosetron
The combination of netupitant and palonosetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy. Netupitant is in a class of medications called neurokinin (NK1) antagonists. It works by blocking neurokinin, a natural substance in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting. Palonosetron is in a class of medications called 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. It works by blocking serotonin, a natural substance in the body that causes nausea and vomiting.
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