What is Granisetron Transdermal?
Granisetron inhibits the action of chemicals that can cause nausea or vomiting.Granisetron (a transdermal patch) is used for nausea and vomiting that may be caused by cancer chemotherapy.Granisetron transdermal can be used in other ways not mentioned in this guide.
Side effects of Granisetron transdermal
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek immediate medical attention: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of your lips, face, tongue, or throat.
If you suffer from:
- You may experience pain or swelling in your stomach.
- If you notice any of the following:
- Serotonin levels are high in the body and can cause agitation, hallucinations (including hallucinations), fever, rapid heartbeat, overactive reflexes, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, lack of coordination, and fainting.
Granisetron can cause a variety of side effects.
- Constipation;
- Headache
- Mild skin irritation is possible where the patch has been worn.
There may be other side effects. Call your physician if experiencing side effects; for medical guidance on reporting these adverse events to the FDA. Their hotline number can be reached at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Similar/related drugs
Ondansetron, Lorazepam, Dexamethasone, Zofran, Ativan, Metoclopramide, and Reglan
Warnings
Please read all instructions found on your medication's package carefully, and inform your healthcare provider of all conditions, allergies and medicines taken by yourself or anyone in your family.
Before you take this drug
If you have an allergy to granisetron, it is best not to use it.
Tell your doctor about any of the following to ensure that granisetron is safe for you:
- A stomach or intestinal disorder.
- If you've recently had stomach or intestinal surgery,
- If you've ever experienced an allergic reaction after using a medicated skin patch,
Granisetron is unlikely to harm a baby in utero. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant while on treatment.Granisetron transdermal does not pass into breast milk. It is also unknown if the drug could harm a baby who is nursing. You should tell your doctor if you're breastfeeding a child.
How to take Granisetron Transdermal?
Apply the transdermal skin patch at least 48 to 72 hours before you start your chemotherapy. Please read and follow all instructions listed on your prescription label. Granisetron should not be used in higher or lower doses or for a longer period than prescribed.Apply the patch to clean, hairless, dry skin along the upper arm's outer edge. Avoid applying the patch to skin that is red or irritated. Make sure the edges of the patch are well sealed to avoid an unintended hole from developing in its seams. Press the patch into place firmly.Keep the patch on during your chemotherapy and for 24 hours following your treatment. When removing the patch, peel it gently.If necessary, you can continue to wear a skin patch for up to seven days, depending on the schedule of your chemotherapy. Please follow your doctor's instructions for dosage.Each time you apply a new patch, choose a different area of your body. Use the same area of skin no more than once a week.Do not wear more than one Granisetron patch at any one time. Extra skin patches do not increase the effectiveness of this medicine. Never cut the skin patch.Try sticking the patch back in place if it falls off. If the patch does not adhere well, try a different one and wear it for the remainder of your wearing period. Keep your current patch removal schedule.Fold the patch in half to make it stick together, and then throw it in a place that children or pets can't reach.Granisetron Transdermal will not be effective if used during periods when you do not receive chemotherapy.This medicine is not to be shared with anyone else.Store each patch in the foil pouch until ready to use. Keep the pouches at room temperature and away from heat or moisture.
What happens if I miss the dose?
If you forget to put on a granisetron patch 24 hours prior to the scheduled start of your chemotherapy, call your doctor to get instructions. Do not use extra patches as a substitute for the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Reach out immediately if a poisonous substance comes your way by dialling the Poison Help Hotline on 1-800-222-1222, or seek medical assistance immediately.
What should be avoided?
Avoid tanning beds or sunlight while wearing the patch. The granisetron patch can be affected by sunlight, whether it is natural or artificial. The effect can last up to 10 days after the skin patch has been removed. Wear protective clothing on your arms for 10 days following the removal of a skin patch.Avoid covering the treated area with a heating pad. Heat can cause adverse effects and increase the amount that is absorbed by your skin.
Interaction with other drug
When you use granisetron with certain other medications, it can cause the body to produce high levels of serotonin.This condition, commonly referred to as serotonin syndrome, can prove deadly.Tell your doctor if:
- Lithium;
- Ritonavir;
- John's wort;
- Antidepressants are a type of medication.
- Medicine for migraine headache html
- A narcotic medication (opioid), a muscle relaxer, or other anti-nausea medicines.
This list is incomplete. Granisetron may interact with other drugs, such as vitamins and herbal products. This medication guide does not list all possible interactions. Inform your doctor of all medications you take, including those you stop or start using during treatment with Granisetron.
