Granipel
Composition for Granipel Products
Granipel Products are primarily used for
Vomiting, Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy, NauseaProducts for Granipel
Granipel Oral Drops
bottle of 15 ml Oral Drops
MRP₹45
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About Granipel Products
Uses of Granipel Products
Granipel Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Granipel are Headache, Constipation, Diarrhea, Sleepiness, Weakness.
How Granipel Products work
Granisetron is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.
In Depth Information for Granipel Products
- You have been prescribed Granipel for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
- It comes in many different forms that do not need to be swallowed, such as a film that is placed on the tongue or as a dissolving pill.
- It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
- If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
- Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
- You have been prescribed Granipel for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
- Unlike some other nausea medicines, the side effects for Granipel are relatively mild.
- It comes in many different forms that do not need to be swallowed, such as a film that is placed on the tongue or as a dissolving pill.
- It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
- If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
- Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
Patient Concerns about Granipel Products
Frequently asked questions about Granipel Products
Q. What is Granipel Oral Drops used for?
Granipel Oral Drops is an antiemetic medicine used to treat and prevent nausea or vomiting caused after any surgical procedure or due to certain medicines, stomach upset, or cancer treatment. It also prevents nausea due to motion sickness to some extent.
Q. What are the side effects of Granipel Oral Drops?
The most common side effects of Granipel Oral Drops are sleepiness, weakness, headache, constipation and diarrhea. However, these are not usually bothersome and resolve in some time on their own. Consult your doctor, if the symptoms worry you or persist for a longer duration. Your doctor will suggest ways to cope up with these side effects and to prevent them in future.
Q. Is Granipel Oral Drops safe to be used in pregnant women?
Granipel Oral Drops did not show any adverse effects in research studies done on animals. However, since the safety and efficiency of Granipel Oral Drops in pregnant women is unknown. It is not recommended to be used in women who are pregnant women or if you are planning to conceive unless prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Granipel Oral Drops better than Ondansetron?
Granipel Oral Drops and Ondansetron belong to the same class of medicines, that is serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. Both these medicines help prevent nausea and vomiting effectively. However, some studies suggest that Granipel Oral Drops is more effective than Ondansetron. According to some reports, Granipel Oral Drops is comparatively well tolerated, quicker in action and alleviates nausea and vomiting relatively faster.
Q. Does Granipel Oral Drops cause constipation?
Yes, Granipel Oral Drops may cause constipation as one of the common side effects. However, this is usually not bothersome. Taking a fiber-rich diet can enhance your digestion and avoid constipation. You may also consider taking laxatives for relief and drink plenty of water too. Avoid drinking alcohol as it may worsen your constipation. If you still face issues, please consult your doctor to know about ways to treat it.