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GRANISET INJECTION 3ML is used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by medical treatments after surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment for cancer. It contains Granisetron, which works by blocking the brain's serotonin (chemical messenger) activity that triggers nausea and vomiting during cancer treatment (chemotherapy or radiation therapy) or after surgery. Common side effects of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML include diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, weakness, headache, fever, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site.

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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

GRANISETRON-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About GRANISET INJECTION 3ML

GRANISET INJECTION 3ML is a prescription medication injected to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery. By blocking specific signals in the body that trigger the urge to vomit, it helps patients undergo medical treatments with greater comfort. It is typically given as a single dose shortly before your medical procedure starts.

This injection is usually given before a scheduled treatment session, so its frequency depends entirely on your medical therapy plan. Because it is given directly into a vein or muscle, there are no specific food requirements or restrictions for taking it. To help support your recovery, you can also make temporary dietary adjustments like eating dry crackers or clear broths, which help keep your stomach settled.

While GRANISET INJECTION 3ML is generally well-tolerated, some people may experience mild side effects such as headaches or constipation. If you experience severe symptoms like chest pain, an irregular heartbeat, or signs of a serious allergic reaction, seek medical help immediately. Always consult your doctor if you experience any unexpected or bothersome symptoms during your treatment.

Before receiving this medicine, tell your doctor if you have certain health conditions, particularly heart rhythm issues or severe bowel blockages. Do not take this if you have had a severe allergic reaction to similar anti-nausea medications in the past. Your healthcare provider will evaluate whether this medicine is safe for your specific health history.

Some medicines can affect how this injection works, especially those that alter serotonin levels in your brain, which can lead to a rare but serious reaction. It is also important to tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing other chronic health conditions before starting. Always discuss your complete medication list, including any over-the-counter supplements, with your healthcare team.

Uses of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML

GRANISET INJECTION 3ML is used in the treatment of Nausea and vomiting. The detailed uses of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML are as follows:

  • Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: GRANISET INJECTION 3ML helps prevent the severe urge to vomit that often occurs shortly after or several days after receiving cancer chemotherapy drugs.
  • Radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: It helps protect patients undergoing whole-body or localized radiation therapy from experiencing radiation-related stomach upset.
  • Post-operative nausea and vomiting: It helps prevent or treat nausea and vomiting that can occur when waking up from anesthesia after surgical procedures.

Key Benefits

GRANISET INJECTION 3ML helps prevent nausea and vomiting, making it easier for patients to stay comfortable during cancer treatment or after surgery.

  • Provides fast relief from nausea and vomiting because it is given directly into the bloodstream and starts working quickly.
  • Helps prevent dehydration by reducing repeated vomiting and fluid loss.
  • Protects the throat and stomach from irritation caused by frequent vomiting.
  • Makes cancer treatment easier to tolerate by helping control nausea during chemotherapy or radiation therapy, allowing treatment to continue as planned.
  • Supports a smoother recovery after surgery by reducing nausea and vomiting, helping protect surgical wounds and improving overall comfort.

Directions for Use

  • The timing and frequency of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML will be determined by your doctor, based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
  • GRANISET INJECTION 3ML will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

How GRANISET INJECTION 3ML Works

GRANISET INJECTION 3ML helps prevent nausea and vomiting by blocking the action of serotonin, a natural chemical released during chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery. Serotonin normally sends signals to the brain that trigger the feeling of nausea and the urge to vomit. By blocking these signals, GRANISET INJECTION 3ML helps prevent nausea and vomiting, making you feel more comfortable during and after treatment.
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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to limit or avoid alcohol consumption while taking GRANISET INJECTION 3ML. Alcohol intake, along with GRANISET INJECTION 3ML, may lead to unwanted side effects and cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known if GRANISET INJECTION 3ML affects pregnancy. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before receiving GRANISET INJECTION 3ML.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if this medicine passes into breast milk. Please inform your doctor before taking GRANISET INJECTION 3ML if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Caution

GRANISET INJECTION 3ML may make you feel dizzy, affecting your mental ability. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness.

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Liver

Caution

GRANISET INJECTION 3ML should be used with caution if you have liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have a history of liver impairment before starting GRANISET INJECTION 3ML.

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Kidney

Caution

GRANISET INJECTION 3ML should be used with caution if you have kidney problems. Please inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney impairment/kidney disease.

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Children

Caution

Safety and efficacy of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML have not been established in children below 2 years of age.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart disease before using GRANISET INJECTION 3ML.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Limited information available about the use of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML

Because this medication is typically administered by trained medical staff, an overdose is highly unlikely. However, if you receive too much or suspect an overdose, seek immediate emergency medical attention or contact a poison control center.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat smaller meals: Try eating five or six small meals throughout the day instead of three large ones to avoid putting too much pressure on your stomach.
  • Choose bland foods: Stick to dry, simple foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, or oatmeal, which are easy on the digestive tract.
  • Stay hydrated slowly: Sip clear fluids like water, dilute broths, or electrolyte drinks slowly between meals rather than gulping them down during a meal.
  • Avoid strong odors: Keep your eating area well-ventilated and avoid hot, greasy, or spicy foods that have strong smells, as these can easily trigger nausea.
  • Rest upright: Avoid lying down flat for at least 30 to 60 minutes after eating or drinking to prevent acid reflux and stomach discomfort.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for GRANISET INJECTION 3ML to start to work: The effect of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML can be observed within 1 to 4 minutes after administration. The time for which the effects of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML last: GRANISET INJECTION 3ML effect lasts approximately 24 hours.

What if you forget to take GRANISET INJECTION 3ML

Since this medicine is usually given by a healthcare provider right before a scheduled medical procedure, it is unlikely that you will miss a dose. If you are receiving this therapy at home and miss a scheduled dose, contact your doctor or healthcare provider immediately for instructions.

Storage

• Store the medication at controlled room temperature, ideally between 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F).

Drug Warnings

  • Always inspect the solution inside the vial before it is used; do not use it if you notice any cloudiness, discoloration, or floating particles.
  • Ensure that all needles and syringes are disposed of immediately after a single use in a puncture-resistant sharps container.
  • If you are self-injecting at home, make sure to rotate your injection sites as directed by your nurse to prevent skin irritation.
  • Be cautious when rising from a sitting or lying position, as this medicine can occasionally cause mild dizziness.
  • Avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or performing tasks that require full mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Inform any healthcare professional treating you that you are receiving GRANISET INJECTION 3ML, especially before any new prescription is written.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Serotonergic medications: Combining this medicine with certain antidepressants (like SSRIs or SNRIs) can increase the risk of a rare, life-threatening condition called serotonin syndrome.
  • Heart rhythm medicines: Medications that affect your heart's electrical rhythm may increase the risk of irregular heartbeats when used alongside GRANISET INJECTION 3ML.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Ziprasidone is not recommended, as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Sparfloxacin can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Sparfloxacin is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
GranisetronSaquinavir
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How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
When Graniset Injection 3ml is taken with Saquinavir, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Saquinavir is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
GranisetronMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with mesoridazine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm. I

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mesoridazine with Graniset Injection 3ml is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Thioridazine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Thioridazine is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Dronedarone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Dronedarone is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Pimozide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Pimozide is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Cisapride can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Graniset Injection 3ml with Cisapride is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking any of these drugs, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
When bupropion, is taken with Graniset Injection 3ml it can cause serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body)

How to manage the interaction:
Co- administration of bupropion along with Graniset Injection 3ml can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. While taking these medications if you experience, confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, a shaking sensation, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Graniset Injection 3ml:
The use of Graniset Injection 3ml and doxepin can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body) and increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Graniset Injection 3ml and Doxepin can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremors, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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  • No clinically significant food interactions are known with GRANISET INJECTION 3ML when used as directed.
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIEMETICS]

FAQs

GRANISET INJECTION 3ML is used to treat Nausea and vomiting.
GRANISET INJECTION 3ML contains Granisetron, an anti-emetic drug. It is a serotonin blocker that blocks the activity of serotonin, a chemical messenger that induces nausea and vomiting after treatments like chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Thus, GRANISET INJECTION 3ML relieves post-operative nausea and vomiting symptoms.
GRANISET INJECTION 3ML should be used with caution if you have recent stomach/intestinal problems like stomach ache, wind, feeling or being sick, difficulty passing stools, heart rhythm disorder, a recent stomach or intestinal surgery, electrolyte imbalance (potassium, sodium or calcium), and liver or kidney diseases.
You are advised to complete the course prescribed by your doctor. Please do not stop taking this medicine unless advised by your doctor since it may lead to recurrent episodes of nausea and vomiting.
Common side effects of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML include diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, weakness, headache, fever, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
It is not known if GRANISET INJECTION 3ML affects pregnancy. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before receiving GRANISET INJECTION 3ML. The doctor will prescribe GRANISET INJECTION 3ML only if clearly needed.
Few studies suggest that GRANISET INJECTION 3ML is more effective than ondansetron. However, the doctor will decide which medicine is suitable and better for you based on your condition.
Because it is given as an injection directly into the vein or muscle, GRANISET INJECTION 3ML starts working very quickly, usually within minutes, to help prevent nausea before your medical therapy begins. Talk to your doctor for more details.
Yes, constipation is a common side effect of GRANISET INJECTION 3ML because it can temporarily slow down your digestive system. Eating high-fiber foods and drinking plenty of fluids can help manage this, but you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist if the constipation becomes severe.
Yes, while it is most effective when used to prevent nausea before a procedure, it can also be given to treat active nausea and vomiting, especially after surgery. Talk to your doctor to understand your specific treatment plan.
Some patients may experience mild dizziness, drowsiness, or headaches after receiving this injection. It is recommended to avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine affects your coordination and alertness.
GRANISET INJECTION 3ML is injected into a vein (intravenously) or a muscle (intramuscularly) by a trained healthcare professional in a clinic, hospital, or structured home-care environment. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about the injection process.
While there is no known major chemical interaction, consuming alcohol can worsen side effects like dizziness and dehydration, and it can further upset your stomach. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about whether it is safe for you to drink alcohol during your recovery.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

90, Delhi - Jaipur Road, Sector 32, Gurugram, Haryana 122001
Other Info - GRA0062
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