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Are there ways to prevent nausea and vomiting with leukemia?
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Yes: Several different agents can be used for nausea and vomiting caused by chemo. There are drugs like Zofran (ondansetron) and anzemet. Marijuana also helps and the active ingredient is marinol, but my patients swearing smoking marijuana was better for their nausea than the marino.
Answered 3/11/2016
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Yes: In addition to the drugs already mentioned, acupuncture can be effective against chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting.
Answered 9/28/2016
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medications: There are many medications your doctor can prescribe for nausea. Talk to your hematologist.
Answered 3/26/2013
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