Granisetron is generally used in treatment of prevention of nausea, treatment and vomiting
Side effects
Constipation
Diarrhoea
Headache
Sleepiness
Weakness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. For directions before use, please check the label. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Granisetron is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Granisetron is an antiemetic drug. It makes the condition better by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause vomiting and nausea during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Granisetron/Granisetron hcl used for? Granisetron is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting due to cancer chemotherapy and radiotherapy
Q. How does Granisetron work? Granisetron works by inhibiting a natural substance (serotonin) in the body that is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting.
Expert Advice
Take Granisetron 30 minutes before your food.If you vomit within 30 minutes after taking the Granisetron, take the same amount again. If vomiting continues, check with your doctor.If Granisetron is used for a short duration, for e.g. 6 -10 days, the risk of side-effects is minimal (well-tolerated).You can use oral disintegrating film/strip (medicated strip that dissolves when comes in contact with a wet surface) form of the Granisetron if you are nauseous to swallow a tablet or capsule.If you are using Granisetron in the form of oral disintegrating film/strip:
Make sure your hands are dry.
Immediately place the film/strip on the top of the tongue.
The film/strip will dissolve in seconds and you can swallow it with your saliva.
You do not need to drink water or other liquids to swallow the film/strip.
Product Details
SKU: PC-37024 Product Description: Graniforce Syrup 10 ml is manufactured by Mankind Pharma Ltd Packing: Bottle Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.