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This page contains brief information about granisetron hydrochloride and a collection of links to more information about the use of this drug, research results, and ongoing clinical trials. | This page contains brief information about granisetron hydrochloride and a collection of links to more information about the use of this drug, research results, and ongoing clinical trials. | ||
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'''FDA Approved''' | '''FDA Approved''' | ||
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Yes | Yes | ||
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FDA label information for this drug is available at DailyMed. | FDA label information for this drug is available at DailyMed. | ||
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'''Use in Cancer''' | '''Use in Cancer''' | ||
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Granisetron hydrochloride is approved to prevent: | Granisetron hydrochloride is approved to prevent: | ||
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*'''Nausea''' and '''vomiting''' caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy. | *'''Nausea''' and '''vomiting''' caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy. | ||
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*'''Granisetron hydrochloride''' is approved to prevent and treat: | *'''Granisetron hydrochloride''' is approved to prevent and treat: | ||
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'''Nausea and vomiting after surgery in adults.''' | '''Nausea and vomiting after surgery in adults.''' | ||
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Granisetron hydrochloride is also being studied in the treatment of other conditions. | Granisetron hydrochloride is also being studied in the treatment of other conditions. | ||
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Granisetron hydrochloride is also available in a different form called granisetron. For more information, see the Drug Information Summary for Granisetron. | Granisetron hydrochloride is also available in a different form called granisetron. For more information, see the Drug Information Summary for Granisetron. | ||
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'''More About Granisetron Hydrochloride''' | '''More About Granisetron Hydrochloride''' | ||
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Definition from the NCI Drug Dictionary - Detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug. | Definition from the NCI Drug Dictionary - Detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug. | ||
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MedlinePlus Information on Granisetron Hydrochloride - A lay language summary of important information about this drug that may include the following: | MedlinePlus Information on Granisetron Hydrochloride - A lay language summary of important information about this drug that may include the following: | ||
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*warnings about this drug, | *warnings about this drug, | ||
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*what this drug is used for and how it is used, | *what this drug is used for and how it is used, | ||
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*what you should tell your doctor before using this drug, | *what you should tell your doctor before using this drug, | ||
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*what you should know about this drug before using it, | *what you should know about this drug before using it, | ||
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*other drugs that may interact with this drug, and | *other drugs that may interact with this drug, and | ||
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*possible side effects. | *possible side effects. | ||
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Drugs are often studied to find out if they can help treat or prevent conditions other than the ones they are approved for. This patient information sheet applies only to approved uses of the drug. However, much of the information may also apply to unapproved uses that are being studied. | Drugs are often studied to find out if they can help treat or prevent conditions other than the ones they are approved for. This patient information sheet applies only to approved uses of the drug. However, much of the information may also apply to unapproved uses that are being studied. | ||
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'''Clinical Trials Accepting Patients''' | '''Clinical Trials Accepting Patients''' | ||
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Find Clinical Trials for Granisetron Hydrochloride - Check for trials from NCI's list of cancer clinical trials now accepting patients. | Find Clinical Trials for Granisetron Hydrochloride - Check for trials from NCI's list of cancer clinical trials now accepting patients. | ||
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'''Important:''' The drug information on this page is meant to be educational. It is not a substitute for medical advice. The information may not cover all possible uses, actions, interactions, or side effects of this drug, or precautions to be taken while using it. Please see your health care professional for more information about your specific medical condition and the use of this drug. | '''Important:''' The drug information on this page is meant to be educational. It is not a substitute for medical advice. The information may not cover all possible uses, actions, interactions, or side effects of this drug, or precautions to be taken while using it. Please see your health care professional for more information about your specific medical condition and the use of this drug. | ||
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Latest revision as of 21:33, 29 October 2019
Granisetron Hydrochloride
This page contains brief information about granisetron hydrochloride and a collection of links to more information about the use of this drug, research results, and ongoing clinical trials.
FDA Approved
Yes
FDA label information for this drug is available at DailyMed.
Use in Cancer
Granisetron hydrochloride is approved to prevent:
- Nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
- Granisetron hydrochloride is approved to prevent and treat:
Nausea and vomiting after surgery in adults.
Granisetron hydrochloride is also being studied in the treatment of other conditions.
Granisetron hydrochloride is also available in a different form called granisetron. For more information, see the Drug Information Summary for Granisetron.
More About Granisetron Hydrochloride
Definition from the NCI Drug Dictionary - Detailed scientific definition and other names for this drug.
MedlinePlus Information on Granisetron Hydrochloride - A lay language summary of important information about this drug that may include the following:
- warnings about this drug,
- what this drug is used for and how it is used,
- what you should tell your doctor before using this drug,
- what you should know about this drug before using it,
- other drugs that may interact with this drug, and
- possible side effects.
Drugs are often studied to find out if they can help treat or prevent conditions other than the ones they are approved for. This patient information sheet applies only to approved uses of the drug. However, much of the information may also apply to unapproved uses that are being studied.
Clinical Trials Accepting Patients
Find Clinical Trials for Granisetron Hydrochloride - Check for trials from NCI's list of cancer clinical trials now accepting patients.
Important: The drug information on this page is meant to be educational. It is not a substitute for medical advice. The information may not cover all possible uses, actions, interactions, or side effects of this drug, or precautions to be taken while using it. Please see your health care professional for more information about your specific medical condition and the use of this drug.
