Granisetron (Transdermal Route)

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Granisetron (Transdermal Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Sancuso

Description

Granisetron transdermal is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may occur after treatment with cancer medicines (chemotherapy). Granisetron works in the stomach to block the signals to the brain that cause nausea and vomiting.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Patch, Extended Release
Before Using

DR602811

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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