Palonosetron Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Palonosetron, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Palonosetron brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Palonosetron

Pronunciation : PAL-oh-NOE-se-tron

ICD Code : Y43.0 Therapeutic Classification : Antiemetics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Palonosetron

India :

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International :

Aloxi

Why is Palonosetron Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is 5-HT3 receptor blocker, prescribed for prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. It blocks the action of serotonin, a natural substance that may cause nausea and vomiting.

When should Palonosetron not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Palonosetron?

Dosage for Adults – IV- A single 0.25 mg dose is administered over 30 seconds.

How should Palonosetron be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Palonosetron?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, decrease in blood minerals, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Palonosetron?

Most Common - Headache, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, abdominal pain and sleeplessness.
Heart - Fast heart rate, slow heart rate, low or high blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm and heart attack.
Skin - Skin inflammation and rash.
Eye and ENT - Motion sickness, ringing in the ear, eye irritation and vision abnormality.
Gastrointestinal - Indigestion, dry mouth, hiccups and flatulence.
General - Weakness, fever, hot flash and flu-like syndrome.
Liver - Increase in liver enzymes level.
Metabolic - Increase in blood minerals and sugar, loss of appetite and acidity.
Musculoskeletal - Joint pain.
Central Nervous System - Drowsiness, sedation, tingling, anxiety and emotions.
Genitourinary - Urinary retention.