Information about Dronabinol

Generic Name : Dronabinol
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Dronabinol are provided here.

Pronunciation : droe-NAB-i-nol

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Dronabinol, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y43.0 Therapeutic Classification : Antiemetics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Dronabinol

International :

Marinol

Why is Dronabinol Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a cannabinoid, prescribed for nausea and vomiting due to cancer and chemotherapy and for anorexia (loss of appetite) in HIV patients. It affects the action of certain chemicals in the brain that controls nausea, vomiting, and appetite.

When should Dronabinol not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Dronabinol?

Oral: The recommended initial dose is 2.5mg twice daily. Maximum: 20mg/day in divided doses.

How should Dronabinol be taken?

It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Dronabinol?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, heart, liver or kidney disease, epilepsy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery, and get up slowly from bed while taking this medication.

• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Dronabinol?

Body as a whole- Weakness, chills, headache and uneasiness.
Heart- Palpitations, fast heart rate, dilatation of blood vessels, facial redness and low blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal- Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fecal incontinence, loss of appetite and liver enzyme elevation.
Central Nervous system- Memory loss, anxiety/nervousness, unsteadiness, confusion, depersonalization, dizziness, euphoria, hallucination, stress, drowsiness, thinking abnormal, depression, nightmares, speech difficulties and ringing in the ear.
Musculoskeletal- Muscle pain.
Skin- Flushing and sweating.
Eye- Vision difficulties.
Respiratory- Cough and inflammation of nose/sinus.