Granisetron
Information about Granisetron
Granisetron uses
Granisetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy.
How granisetron works
Granisetron 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 granisetron
Headache, Constipation, Diarrhea, Sleepiness, Weakness
Available Medicine for Granisetron
Expert advice for Granisetron
- You have been prescribed Granisetron for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
- 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 Granisetron
Granisetron
Q. What is Granisetron used for?
Granisetron is an antiemetic medicine used to treat and prevent nausea or vomiting caused after any surgical procedure or due to certain medicines, stomach upset, or cancer treatment. It also prevents nausea due to motion sickness to some extent.
Q. What are the side effects of Granisetron?
The most common side effects of Granisetron are sleepiness, weakness, headache, constipation and diarrhea. However, these are not usually bothersome and resolve in some time on their own. Consult your doctor, if the symptoms worry you or persist for a longer duration. Your doctor will suggest ways to cope up with these side effects and to prevent them in future.
Q. Is Granisetron safe to be used in pregnant women?
Granisetron did not show any adverse effects in research studies done on animals. However, since the safety and efficiency of Granisetron in pregnant women is unknown. It is not recommended to be used in women who are pregnant women or if you are planning to conceive unless prescribed by your doctor.