Granisetron tablets
Granisetron tablets
What is this medicine?
GRANISETRON (gra NI se tron) is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
How should I use this medicine?
Take this medicine by mouth with a glass of water. Follow the directions on your prescription label. Do not take your medicine more often than directed.
Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.
What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
breathing problems
confusion
dizziness
fast or irregular heartbeat
feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
fever and chills
loss of balance or coordination
seizures
sweating
swelling of the hands and feet
tightness in the chest
tremors
unusually weak or tired
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
constipation or diarrhea
headache
What may interact with this medicine?
Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
certain medicines for fungal infections like fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, voriconazole
cisapride
dofetilide
dronedarone
pimozide
thioridazine
ziprasidone
This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
certain medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
fentanyl
linezolid
MAOIs like Carbex, Eldepryl, Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
methylene blue (injected into a vein)
other medicines that prolong the QT interval (cause an abnormal heart rhythm)
phenobarbital
tramadol
What if I miss a dose?
This does not apply. This medicine is only given on the day(s) chemotherapy or radiation is given.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (56 and 86 degrees F). Protect from light. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date.
What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?
They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
liver disease
an unusual or allergic reaction to granisetron, ondansetron, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
pregnant or trying to get pregnant
breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using this medicine?
Your condition will be monitored after taking this medicine.
Updated:  
July 17, 2018