APONVIE is now included in the Fifth Consensus Guidelines for the Management of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting

One Push for 48 Hours of PONV Prevention

APONVIE is a substance P/neurokinin-1 (NK₁) receptor antagonist, indicated for the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in adults.

Limitations of Use: APONVIE has not been studied for treatment of established nausea and vomiting.

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What Is APONVIE?

APONVIE is a proven, effective antiemetic for the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) that is delivered via a single 30-second IV push and offers a 48-hour effective duration. APONVIE was created to help patients experience a smooth recovery with less risk of PONV-related symptoms and may help hospital staff with patient throughput by reducing PONV-related interruptions.^1-3

First and only IV NK₁ antagonist for prevention of PONV¹

Superior vomiting prevention versus ondansetron through 48 hours^1-3,a

Single 30-second IV push¹

Comparable safety profile to IV ondansetron without QT prolongation¹

Reaches therapeutic plasma concentrations associated with ≥97% receptor occupancy within 5 minutes^1,4,5,b

^aUnadjusted P value.

^bThe relationship between receptor occupancy and efficacy has not been established.

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References: 1. APONVIE [package insert]. San Diego, CA: Heron Therapeutics Inc; 2022. 2. Diemunsch P, Gan TJ, Philip BK, et al. Single-dose aprepitant vs ondansetron for the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting: a randomized, double-blind Phase III trial in patients undergoing open abdominal surgery. Brit J Anaesth. 2007;99(2):202-211. doi:10.1093/bja/aem133. 3. Gan TJ, Apfel CC, Kovac A, et al. A randomized, double-blind comparison of the NK1 antagonist, aprepitant, versus ondansetron for the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting. Anesth Analg. 2007;104(5):1082-1089. doi:10.1213/01.ane.0000263277.35140.a3. 4. Data on file. Summary of clinical pharmacology studies. San Diego, CA: Heron Therapeutics Inc; 2021. 5. Van Laere K, De Hoon J, Bormans G, et al. Equivalent dynamic human brain NK1- receptor occupancy following single-dose i.v. fosaprepitant vs. oral aprepitant as assessed by PET imaging. Clin Pharmacol Ther. 2012;92(2):243-250. doi:10.1038/clpt.2012.62.

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Important Safety Information

Contraindications

APONVIE is contraindicated in patients with a history of hypersensitivity to aprepitant or any component of the product, and in patients taking pimozide. Increased pimozide levels may cause serious or life-threatening reactions, such as QT prolongation.

Warnings and Precautions

Hypersensitivity Reactions: Serious hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, during or soon after administration of aprepitant have occurred. Symptoms including dyspnea, eye swelling, flushing, pruritus, and wheezing have been reported. Monitor patients during and after administration.

Clinically Significant CYP3A4 Drug Interactions: Aprepitant is a substrate, weak-to-moderate (dose-dependent) inhibitor, and an inducer of CYP3A4. Use of pimozide, a CYP3A4 substrate, with APONVIE is contraindicated.

Decrease in INR with Concomitant Warfarin: Use of aprepitant with warfarin, a CYP2C9 substrate, may result in a clinically significant decrease in the International Normalized Ratio (INR) of prothrombin time. Monitor the INR in the 2-week period particularly at 7 to 10 days following administration.

Risk of Reduced Efficacy of Hormonal Contraceptives: The efficacy of hormonal contraceptives may be reduced for 28 days following administration. Advise patients to use effective alternative or back-up methods for 1 month.

Use in Specific Populations

Avoid use of APONVIE in pregnant women as alcohol is an inactive ingredient. There is no safe level of alcohol exposure in pregnancy.

Adverse Reactions

Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥3%) are constipation, fatigue, and headache.

Report side effects to Heron at 1-844-437-6611 or to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Indication

APONVIE is a substance P/neurokinin-1 (NK₁) receptor antagonist, indicated for the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in adults.

Limitations of Use: APONVIE has not been studied for treatment of established nausea and vomiting.

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