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Granimax 1mg Injection

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini, MMST, MBBS
Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on 08 Nov 2024 | 10:55 AM (IST)
Granimax 1mg Injection is an anti-emetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting caused due to any surgery, cancer drug therapy, or radiotherapy.
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Product introduction

Granimax 1mg Injection will not relieve other side effects associated with cancer treatments. It is administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should be taken as advised by the doctor. It is important that you keep having the injections until your doctor decides it is safe to stop them. After this, your doctor may prescribe tablets instead of injections. 

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include injection site pain or reaction, headache, constipation, diarrhea, and weakness. These symptoms should disappear when you stop taking the medicine but if they bother you or do not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have heart or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach or intestines. Also tell your doctor about other drugs you are using, especially medicines to treat epilepsy, heart problems, cancer, and depression. These may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask advice from your healthcare team.

Uses of Granimax Injection

Benefits of Granimax Injection

Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Granimax 1mg Injection blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with cancer treatment such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from these treatments. Granimax 1mg Injection is given as an injection by a doctor, in the dose that is best for you, depending on the condition you are being treated for. Do not self-administer this medicine to avoid any undesirable side effects.

Side effects of Granimax Injection

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 Granimax
  • Injection site pain
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Weakness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How to use Granimax Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Granimax Injection works

Granimax 1mg Injection 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.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Granimax 1mg Injection for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
  • Granimax 1mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
  • 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.
  • You have been prescribed Granimax 1mg Injection for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
  • Unlike some other nausea medicines, the side effects for Granimax 1mg Injection are relatively mild.
  • 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Granimax 1mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Granimax 1mg Injection 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

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Granimax 1mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving

Driving

SAFE
Granimax 1mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Granimax 1mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Granimax 1mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Granimax 1mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Granimax 1mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions

Granimax 1mg 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.
The most common side effects of Granimax 1mg 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.
Granimax 1mg Injection did not show any adverse effects in research studies done on animals. However, since the safety and efficiency of Granimax 1mg 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.
Granimax 1mg 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 Granimax 1mg Injection is more effective than Ondansetron. According to some reports, Granimax 1mg Injection is comparatively well tolerated, quicker in action and alleviates nausea and vomiting relatively faster.
Yes, Granimax 1mg 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.

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Chemical Class

Indazole Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Serotonin 5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists
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