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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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 Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml include diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, weakness, headache, fever, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site.
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Composition :

GRANISETRON-3MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Hetero Drugs Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml belongs to the class of 'anti-emetic' drugs, primarily used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by medical treatments after surgery or chemotherapy or radiation treatment for cancer. Nausea is defined as stomach discomfort and the sensation of an urge to vomit. Vomiting is the forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of contents of the stomach through the mouth.

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml contains an anti-emetic (eases vomiting symptoms) medicine, 'Granisetron', that belongs to the class of 5-HT3 receptor antagonists (also called serotonin receptor antagonists or serotonin blockers). It 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.

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration based on the severity of your medical condition. Common side effects of Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.

If you use other prescription or non-prescription medicines, inform your doctor before using Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml. Let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney or heart diseases, stomach/intestinal problems, allergic reactions, and low levels of potassium and magnesium in the blood before starting Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml. This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy; hence avoid driving or operating machinery if you are not mentally alert. Consult your doctor before using Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Avoid consuming alcohol while being treated with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml as it could lead to unwanted side effects. 

Uses of Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml

Treatment of Nausea and vomiting

Directions for Use

It will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml contains an anti-emetic medicine, 'Granisetron', that treats nausea and vomiting caused due to cancer treatment (chemotherapy or radiation therapy) or after surgery. Granisetron belongs to the class of 5-HT3 receptor antagonists (also called serotonin receptor antagonists or serotonin blockers). When the cells lining the gastrointestinal tract are damaged by chemotherapy or radiation therapy, they release a natural substance called serotonin (5HT3, 5-hydroxytryptamine). This serotonin binds to serotonin receptors on nerves that induces nausea and vomiting. Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml works by blocking the brain's serotonin activity and preventing postoperative nausea and vomiting. 

How Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml Works

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml contains an anti-emetic (eases vomiting symptoms) medicine, 'Granisetron', that belongs to the class of 5-HT3 receptor antagonists (also called serotonin receptor antagonists or serotonin blockers). It 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml

  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Stomach pain
  • Weakness
  • Headache
  • Fever
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Pain, redness, and swelling at the injection site

What if I have taken an overdose of Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml

Since Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml is given in a controlled medical setting by a healthcare professional, an overdose is not likely to occur. If you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away. In a medical setting, an overdose would be treated quickly. Overdose of Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml may cause headache.

Drug Warnings

Seeking medical advice if you use prescription or non-prescription medicines while being treated with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml is suggested. Inform your doctor about a history of stomach/intestinal problems, heart diseases, electrolyte imbalance (potassium, sodium or calcium), and liver or kidney diseases before starting Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding if the doctor advised you Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml. This medicine may make you feel dizzy, so drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol during the course, as it could lead to increased dizziness. Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml is not recommended in children below two years of age.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GranisetronThioridazine
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GranisetronMesoridazine
Critical

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GranisetronThioridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with Thioridazine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.
GranisetronMesoridazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with mesoridazine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm. I

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Mesoridazine with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.
GranisetronSparfloxacin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with Sparfloxacin can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.
GranisetronDronedarone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with Dronedarone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.
GranisetronCisapride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with Cisapride can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.
GranisetronPimozide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with Pimozide can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.
GranisetronZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.
GranisetronSaquinavir
Critical
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
When Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml is taken with Saquinavir, can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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.
GranisetronRizatriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
When Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml is taken with rizatriptan, the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in body) increases.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml and Rizatriptan, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, shaking of hands and legs, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools, contact a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
GranisetronMifepristone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with mifepristone increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml with mifepristone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, rapid heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal cramping, confusion, muscle weakness, muscle cramps, numbness or tingling, chest pain, and swelling in the legs or feet, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid chocolates, junk food, cheese, processed food, alcohol, and smoking. 
  • You can try increasing your mindfulness by doing yoga, meditation, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and stress reduction techniques.
  • Drink enough water to stay hydrated and limit or avoid alcohol and caffeine.
  • Include a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and fruits.
  • You can include antioxidants in your daily diet, like ashwagandha, omega-3 fatty acids, green tea, and lemon.
  • Try to spend time with your friends and family. Having a strong social network may help you lower your risk of anxiety.

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Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to limit or avoid alcohol consumption while taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml. Alcohol intake, along with Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml, may lead to unwanted side effects and cause increased dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

It is not known if Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml affects pregnancy. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before receiving Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if this medicine passes into breast milk. Please inform your doctor before taking Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml if you are a nursing mother.

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Driving

Caution

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml should be used with caution if you have liver disease. Please inform your doctor if you have a history of liver impairment before starting Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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 Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml have not been established in children below 2 years of age.

FAQs

Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml is used to treat Nausea and vomiting.
Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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, Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml relieves post-operative nausea and vomiting symptoms.
Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml may cause constipation as one of its side effects. You can avoid it by including high-fibre food in your diet that improves your digestion. Limit the intake of alcohol to manage your constipation.
Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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 Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml 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 Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml affects pregnancy. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy before receiving Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml. The doctor will prescribe Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml only if clearly needed.
Few studies suggest that Granitero 3 mg Injection 3 ml is more effective than ondansetron. However, the doctor will decide which medicine is suitable and better for you based on your condition.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

2Nd Floor, 8-3-166/7/1 Erragadda, Hyderabad-500018
Other Info - GRA0027

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