What is Kytril/Granisitron Hcl used for?

This medicine is used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy or radiation therapy to treat cancer.

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Kytril/Granisitron Hcl be stored?

Store between 59 to 86 degrees F. Protect from light.

General drug information:

When should Kytril/Granisitron Hcl not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine

What precautions should I follow when taking Kytril/Granisitron Hcl?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription medicine, nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement if you have any other medical condition

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Kytril/Granisitron Hcl?

Use this medicine only on the days that you take your cancer treatment, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. If you continue to experience moderate to severe nausea or vomiting while using this medicine, check with your doctor. This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to this medicine. Using this medicine alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks. Limit alcoholic beverages while using this medicine.

What are the side effects of Kytril/Granisitron Hcl?

Most severe:  Severe allergic reaction (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); shortness of breath; lightheadedness; fainting; chest pain.

Most common:  Headache; constipation; weakness; diarrhea; stomach pain; indigestion.

Other:  Dizziness; sleeplessness; anxiety; drowsiness; fever; decreased appetite; chills.

How should I take Kytril/Granisitron Hcl?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the information provided with this medicine and reread it each time you get this prescription refilled. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your health care provider. This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or performing other tasks requiring alertness, coordination, or physical dexterity. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medicine. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Contact your health care provider at once if you feel you have taken too much of this medicine. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, restart medication if still needed and advise your health care provider or pharmacist at your next appointment.