Palonosetron is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Palonosetron is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Palonosetron safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Palonosetron in pregnant women.
Is the use of Palonosetron safe during breastfeeding?
Palonosetron can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Palonosetron on the Kidneys?
Palonosetron is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Palonosetron on the Liver?
Palonosetron is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Palonosetron on the Heart?
Using Palonosetron does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Palonosetron should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Palonosetron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Palonosetron habit forming or addictive?
Palonosetron does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Palonosetron as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Palonosetron is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Palonosetron cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Palonosetron
Taking Palonosetron with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Palonosetron
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Palonosetron with alcohol will be.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 899
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 669
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aloxi® (palonosetron hydrochloride)
