Anti-Nausea Medications
Most chemotherapy drugs cause nausea and vomiting. If you have severe nausea and vomiting,
you may have to stay in the hospital. Many types of drugs can be given to help or prevent
nausea and vomiting. These types of drugs can cause the side effects listed below.
Common: You may feel weak, drowsy, restless, dizzy, have poor balance or a hard time using
your hands or feet and judgment. You should not drink alcohol, use machines, or drive for at
least 24 hours after taking this type of drug.
Uncommon: You may have feelings that are not normal for you, dry mouth, feel depressed, or be
confused.
Rare: You may have an allergic reaction to the drugs you get or you may have muscle
movements you can’t control.