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Palozac 0.50 Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Palozac 0.50 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Palozac 0.50 Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Palozac 0.50 Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Palozac 0.5mg Capsule

Palonosetron(0.5mg)

Palozac capsule uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment and prevention of vomiting and nausea.

How palozac capsule works

Palozac 0.50 Capsule is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.

Common side effects of palozac capsule

Constipation, Headache, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Increased potassium level in blood, Metabolic disorder, Decreased calcium level in blood, Decreased potassium level in blood, Decreased appetite, Increased glucose level in blood, Anxiety, Sleepiness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Eye irritation, Hiccup, Dyspepsia, Abdominal pain, Dryness in mouth, Flatulence, Joint pain, Dermatitis, Rash, Itching, Urinary retention, Glycosuria, Prolonged QT interval, Shock, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

SUBSTITUTES FOR Palozac Capsule

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Expert advice FOR Palozac Capsule

  • You have been prescribed Palonosetron for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
  • It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
  • If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
  • Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
  • You have been prescribed Palonosetron for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
  • Unlike some other nausea medicines, the side effects for Palonosetron are relatively mild.
  • It comes in many different forms that do not need to be swallowed, such as a film that is placed on  the tongue or as a dissolving pill.
  • It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
  • If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
  • Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.

Frequently asked questions FOR Palozac 0.5mg Capsule

Palonosetron

Q. How quickly does Palozac 0.50 Capsule work?
Palozac 0.50 Capsule starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.
Q. What are the side effects of Palozac 0.50 Capsule?
The most common side effects of Palozac 0.50 Capsule are constipation and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after sometime. If these persist or worry you, please consult your doctor.
Q. When should you take Palozac 0.50 Capsule?
Palozac 0.50 Capsule can be taken with or without food with a glass full of water. The first dose of Palozac 0.50 Capsule is usually taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
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Q. Is Palozac 0.50 Capsule a steroid?
No, Palozac 0.50 Capsule is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Palozac 0.50 Capsule is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist prescribed for the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused after a surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.
Q. Does Palozac 0.50 Capsule work for seasickness?
No, Palozac 0.50 Capsule does not work for seasickness. This is because Palozac 0.50 Capsule has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.

Content on this page was last updated on 08 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)