Rolapitant (By mouth)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

This medicine is generally considered safe for most people. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed. On the first day of your chemotherapy session, take this medicine 1 to 2 hours before treatment. Do not take this medicine more than once every 14 days.
Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Missed dose: Take a dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and take a regular dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

Do not use this medicine if you are also taking thioridazine.
Some medicines can affect how rolapitant works. Tell your doctor if you are using dextromethorphan, digoxin, irinotecan, methotrexate, pimozide, rifampin, rosuvastatin, or topotecan.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, body aches

Last Updated: 1/27/2017