Leaflet ANZEMET 100mg/5ml 20mg / ml solution for injection
- Product code:
- W12132001
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- nausea and vomiting
- Route of administration:
- injectable
- Substance:
- dolasetron (antiemetic)
- ATC
- A04AA04 — Alimentary tract and metabolism | Antiemetics and antinauseants | Antiemetics and antinauseants | Serotonin (5ht3) antagonists
Dolasetron is a medication used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy. It belongs to a class of drugs known as 5-HT3 receptor antagonists.
This medication works by blocking the action of serotonin, a natural substance in the body that can cause nausea and vomiting. It is usually administered before chemotherapy to prevent these symptoms.
Dolasetron is well-tolerated by most patients but may sometimes cause side effects such as headaches, dizziness, or fatigue. In rare cases, it can affect heart rhythm, which requires medical monitoring.
It is important to follow your doctor's instructions when using dolasetron and to inform medical staff about any other medications you are taking to avoid interactions.
This medication works by blocking the action of serotonin, a natural substance in the body that can cause nausea and vomiting. It is usually administered before chemotherapy to prevent these symptoms.
Dolasetron is well-tolerated by most patients but may sometimes cause side effects such as headaches, dizziness, or fatigue. In rare cases, it can affect heart rhythm, which requires medical monitoring.
It is important to follow your doctor's instructions when using dolasetron and to inform medical staff about any other medications you are taking to avoid interactions.
General data about ANZEMET 100mg/5ml 20mg / ml
- Substance:
- dolasetron
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W12132001
- Concentration:
- 20mg / ml
- Pharmaceutical form:
- solution for injection
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Original
- Prescription status:
- S — Medicines dispensed with a restricted medical prescription, reserved for use in certain specialized fields.
Pharmaceutical forms available for dolasetron
Concentrations available for dolasetron
- 200mg
- 20mg/ml