Granimic Injection

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Last updated on 11 Nov 2024 | 01:07 AM (IST)

Granimic 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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3 ml Injection

General Information

Contains

Granisetron (1mg)

Marketer

Biogen Serums Pvt Ltd

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Product introduction

Granimic 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 Granimic Injection

Vomiting
Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Nausea

Benefits of Granimic Injection

Nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy
Granimic 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. Granimic 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 Granimic 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 Granimic

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

How to use Granimic Injection

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

How Granimic Injection works

Granimic 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.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Granimic Injection for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Granimic 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 Granimic 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 Granimic 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Granimic Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Granimic 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Granimic 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

SAFE

Granimic Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Granimic Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Granimic Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Granimic Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Granimic Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What is Granimic Injection used for?

Granimic 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.

What are the side effects of Granimic Injection?

The most common side effects of Granimic 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.

Is Granimic Injection safe to be used in pregnant women?

Granimic Injection did not show any adverse effects in research studies done on animals. However, since the safety and efficiency of Granimic 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.

Is Granimic Injection better than Ondansetron?

Granimic 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 Granimic Injection is more effective than Ondansetron. According to some reports, Granimic Injection is comparatively well tolerated, quicker in action and alleviates nausea and vomiting relatively faster.

Does Granimic Injection cause constipation?

Yes, Granimic 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Indazole Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Serotonin 5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists

References

Patient concerns

Vomiting, nausea neck pain backside

Dr. Vijay Verma

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Neck pain may be due to nausea NAD vomiting Visit physician for the same

NAUSEA AND VOMITING DUE TO COLD

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

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Marketer details

Name: Biogen Serums Pvt Ltd
Address: R6 Sector, A 104, Life Republic Marunji, Hinjewadi - 411057

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
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Granimic Injection

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Granimic Injection

Benefits of Granimic Injection

Side effects of Granimic Injection

How to use Granimic Injection

How Granimic Injection works

All substitutes for Granimic Injection

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Granimic Injection used for?

What are the side effects of Granimic Injection?

Is Granimic Injection safe to be used in pregnant women?

Is Granimic Injection better than Ondansetron?

Does Granimic Injection cause constipation?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

Patient concerns

Vomiting, nausea neck pain backside

NAUSEA AND VOMITING DUE TO COLD

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