Palonosetron is generally used in treatment of prevention of nausea, treatment and vomiting
Side effects
Constipation
Headache
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Palonosetron, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Palonosetron is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Palonosetron 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 Palonosetron HCl? Palonosetron hydrochloride or Palonosetron is a serotonin (5HT3) antagonist
Q. What is it used for? Palonosetron hydrochloride or Palonosetron is a serotonin (5HT3) antagonist used to prevent moderate to severe nausea and vomiting induced by cancer chemotherapy. It may also be used to prevent nausea and vomiting for up to 24 hours following a surgery (postoperative nausea and vomiting)
Q. How does Palonosetron work? Palonosetron belongs to a class of antiemetic medications called serotonin (5HT3) antagonists. It binds to special sites called serotonin 5HT3 receptors and blocks the action of serotonin, a naturally released chemical in the body that triggers nausea and vomiting.
Expert Advice
Take Palonosetron 30 minutes before your food.If you vomit within 30 minutes after taking the Palonosetron, take the same amount again. If vomiting continues, check with your doctor.If Palonosetron 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 Palonosetron if you are nauseous to swallow a tablet or capsule.If you are using Palonosetron 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-60033 Product Description: EME OD Tablet is manufactured by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.