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Granexa 1mg Tablet


Product introduction

Granexa 1mg Tablet is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting caused due to any surgery, cancer drug therapy, or radiotherapy.

Granexa 1mg Tablet is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.

Uses of Granexa Tablet

  • Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy

Benefits of Granexa Tablet

In Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy

Granexa 1mg Tablet is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused due to some medicines or cancer treatment. It blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from cancer treatments such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy.

Side effects of Granexa Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Granexa

  • Weakness
  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How to use Granexa Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Granexa 1mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Granexa 1mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Granexa 1mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Granexa 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Granexa 1mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Granexa 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Granexa 1mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Granexa 1mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Granexa 1mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Granexa 1mg Tablet for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
  • 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Indazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Serotonin antagonists (5-HT3 antagonists)

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FAQs

Q. What is Granexa 1mg Tablet used for?

Granexa 1mg Tablet 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 Granexa 1mg Tablet?

The most common side effects of Granexa 1mg Tablet 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 Granexa 1mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnant women?

Granexa 1mg Tablet did not show any adverse effects in research studies done on animals. However, since the safety and efficiency of Granexa 1mg Tablet 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 Granexa 1mg Tablet better than Ondansetron?

Granexa 1mg Tablet 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 Granexa 1mg Tablet is more effective than Ondansetron. According to some reports, Granexa 1mg Tablet is comparatively well tolerated, quicker in action and alleviates nausea and vomiting relatively faster.

Q. Does Granexa 1mg Tablet cause constipation?

Yes, Granexa 1mg Tablet 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.

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References

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Marketer details

Name: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Country of origin: India

MRP
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4.0 tablets in 1 strip
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