Granisetron injection is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may occur after treatment with cancer medicines (chemotherapy or radiation), including high-dose cisplatin.

This medicine is also used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting that may happen after surgery.

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.

Major & minor side effects for Granisetron

• Headache
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Rashes
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Irregular heartbeat

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary.

This medicine should be used with caution due to the increased risk of serotonin syndrome. 

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.