Graniz
Graniz Products are primarily used for
Vomiting, Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy, Nausea
About Graniz Products
Graniz Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Graniz are Headache, Constipation, Diarrhea, Sleepiness, Weakness.
How Graniz 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.
Patient Concerns about Graniz Products
Frequently asked questions about Graniz Products
Frequently asked questions about Granisetron
Q. What is Graniz 3mg Injection used for?
Graniz 3mg Injection 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 Graniz 3mg Injection?
The most common side effects of Graniz 3mg Injection 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 Graniz 3mg Injection safe to be used in pregnant women?
Graniz 3mg Injection did not show any adverse effects in research studies done on animals. However, since the safety and efficiency of Graniz 3mg Injection 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 Graniz 3mg Injection better than Ondansetron?
Graniz 3mg Injection 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 Graniz 3mg Injection is more effective than Ondansetron. According to some reports, Graniz 3mg Injection is comparatively well tolerated, quicker in action and alleviates nausea and vomiting relatively faster.
Q. Does Graniz 3mg Injection cause constipation?
Yes, Graniz 3mg Injection 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.