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KYTRIL 3mg|3ml Injection 5s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Granisetron (HCl):3mg/3ml
- Manufactured by : Roche
- Drug Strength : 3mg/3ml
- Drug Form : Injection
- Pack Size : 5s
- Product SKU : dis_29770
Granisetron (HCl):3mg/3ml | Antiemetics & antinauseants
Manufactured / Marketed By : Roche Product Form : InjectionPack Size : 5sIngredients : Granisetron (HCl):3mg/3mlGeneric Category : Antiemetics & antinauseants
How it works
KYTRIL 3mg|3ml Injection 5s works by blocking serotonin, a natural substance in the body that causes nausea and vomiting.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for KYTRIL 3mg|3ml Injection 5s
- Headache
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Rashes
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Irregular heartbeat
- Pain at the injection site
- Blurred vision
- Fever
Uses of KYTRIL 3mg|3ml Injection 5s
What is it prescribed for?
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Chemotherapy or Radiation therapy induced nausea and vomiting
This medicine is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
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Post operative nausea and vomiting
This medicine is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with surgeries.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 to 4 minutes of administration.
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Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for a maximum duration of 24 hours.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for a specific period of time or may prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to KYTRIL 3mg|3ml Injection 5s or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding for a specific period of time or may prescribe an alternative medicine based on your clinical condition.
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Serotonin Syndrome
This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of serotonin syndrome. This risk is especially higher in patients receiving serotogenic drugs. Report any symptoms such as dizziness, increased heart rate, changes in blood pressure, flushing, vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate corrective measures or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Other medicines
This medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
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Liver disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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QT Prolongation
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with prolonged QT due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Regular monitoring of electrolyte levels and kidney function tests are necessary while taking this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
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Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Tramadol severe
- Apomorphine severe
- Formoterol moderate
- Fentanyl severe
- Azithromycin moderate
- Selective Serotonin Reuptake inhibitors severe
- Hydroxychloroquine severe
- Promazine moderate
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This medicine should be used with caution in patients with pre-existing arrhythmias or cardiac conduction disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of heart function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- medlineplus.gov - Granisetron [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a601211.html [cited 2/9/2020]. 2020
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