Granitero Information

Granitero, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.

The optimal dosage of Granitero is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Granitero can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Granitero are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Granitero is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Granitero related warnings talks about Granitero's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Granitero contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Granitero may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Granitero is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Granitero Benefits & Uses
Granitero Dosage & How to Take
Granitero Side Effects
Granitero Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Granitero with Other Drugs
Granitero Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Granitero
Granitero Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Granitero Benefits & Uses

Granitero is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Granitero Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Over 5 minutes, beginning 30 minutes before initiation of chemotherapy.
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: given before induction of anesthesia
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes before start of chemotherapy

Granitero Related Warnings

Is the use of Granitero safe for pregnant women?

Granitero is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Granitero safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Granitero on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Granitero on the Kidneys?

Using Granitero does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Granitero on the Liver?

Using Granitero does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Granitero on the Heart?

Side effects of Granitero rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Granitero with Other Drugs

Granitero should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Dextromethorphan

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amiodarone

Gatifloxacin

Quinidine

Sotalol

Tramadol

Moderate

Paracetamol,Codeine

Azithromycin

Granitero Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Granitero unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Depression
Bipolar Disorder

Frequently asked Questions about Granitero

Is this Granitero habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Granitero has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Granitero can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Granitero only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Granitero for mental disorders.

No

Granitero Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Granitero

It is safe to take Granitero with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Granitero

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Granitero as it can have severe side effects.

Severe