Nausea & Vomiting (Anti-Emetic) Compounding

Why Standard Tablets Often Don’t Work for Nausea

Swallowing a capsule requires holding down enough saliva and food to get it past the point of triggering a gag reflex, and severe nausea makes that difficult on a good day. Patients going through chemotherapy, recovering from surgery, managing motion sickness, or dealing with morning sickness during pregnancy frequently describe the same frustration: the medication that's supposed to stop the nausea can't be taken because of the nausea itself.

A troche dissolves against the inside of the cheek. A lollipop is absorbed gradually while it's held in the mouth. Neither requires swallowing, and neither depends on the stomach staying still long enough for a capsule to break down and absorb. For a lot of patients, that's the entire difference between a medication that works and one that comes back up before it has a chance to.

What We Compound

Based on a prescriber's written order, our pharmacists can prepare anti-emetic medications as:

• Troches (dissolve between the cheek and gum)
• Lollipops (held in the mouth, absorbed gradually)
• Other alternative oral or topical forms, depending on the prescription

We can also adjust strength or remove specific dyes and fillers when a prescriber's order calls for it — useful for patients with sensitivities who react to ingredients in a commercial product that have nothing to do with the active medication itself.

Who This Is Typically For

• Patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation treatment
• Post-surgical patients managing nausea during recovery
• Pregnant patients dealing with severe morning sickness
• Patients with chronic motion sickness or vertigo-related nausea
• Anyone whose prescriber has determined a standard tablet isn’t a workable option

This list isn't exhaustive — if your prescriber has written an order for an alternative anti-nausea formulation, call us and we'll walk through what's possible.

Getting Started

Your prescriber sends the prescription to UnityRX by phone, fax, or e-prescribe. We prepare the formulation according to the order, and it's ready for pickup at our Plano location or delivery, promptly depending on complexity. As with any compounded medication, whether an alternative dosage form is appropriate for your situation is a decision for you and your prescriber.

See our Gastrointestinal Compounding overview page for the full range of GI services we provide.

Related GI Conditions We Compound For

You may also be interested in: GERD & Acid Reflux Compounding · Pediatric GI Compounding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you deliver compounded anti-nausea medications?

Yes. UnityRX offers delivery in addition to in-store pickup at our Plano, TX location.

How do I submit a prescription for a nausea troche or lollipop?

Have your prescriber send the order to UnityRX by phone at 972-214-0350, by fax to 972-214-0351, or through e-prescribe.

Can any nausea medication be made into a troche or lollipop?

Not every medication is suited to every dosage form. Your prescriber will determine which formulation makes sense based on the specific medication and your situation.

How long does a compounded anti-nausea troche or lollipop last, and how is it stored?

Storage and stability vary by formulation. We’ll provide specific storage instructions with your prescription when it’s picked up or delivered.

Is a compounded troche or lollipop covered by insurance?

Coverage for compounded medications varies by plan. Our team can help you understand what applies to your specific prescription.

UnityRX Pharmacy LLC is a licensed compounding pharmacy. Compounded anti-emetic preparations are prepared pursuant to a valid prescription from a licensed prescriber for an individually identified patient. Consult your prescriber regarding whether a compounded preparation is appropriate for you.