Kytril (Granisetron) Patient Information: How Should I Take the Drug at RxList

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May 27, 2012

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Kytril Patient Information including How Should I Take

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking granisetron (Kytril)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to granisetron.

Before taking granisetron, tell your doctor if you have recently had stomach or intestinal surgery. You may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely take granisetron.

FDA pregnancy category B. Granisetron is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether granisetron passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Do not give this medication to anyone younger than 18 years old without a doctor's advice.

How should I take granisetron (Kytril)?

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

Take each oral dose with a full glass of water.

Granisetron is usually taken up to 1 hour before chemotherapy or radiation starts. If you are taking this medication with chemotherapy, you may need to take a second granisetron dose 12 hours after your first dose. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Do not take granisetron on the days you do not have chemotherapy, unless your doctor has told you to.

Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

Store granisetron at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep the bottle of liquid medicine tightly closed and in an upright position when not in use.

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