Paloset Dosage & Drug Information

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Contents

Palonosetron HCl

Indications/Uses

Prevention of acute nausea & vomiting associated w/ moderately & highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult 250 mcg as single IV bolus over 30 sec approx 30 min before start of chemotherapy.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

History of constipation or signs of subacute intestinal obstruction. Concomitant use w/ medicinal products that increase QT interval or in patients who have or are likely to develop QT interval prolongation. May affect ability to drive & use machines. ESRD undergoing haemodialysis. Not be used during pregnancy & lactation. Not recommended in childn & adolescents <18 yr.

Adverse Reactions

Headache, dizziness; constipation, diarrhea.

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MIMS Class

Antiemetics

ATC Classification

A04AA05 - palonosetron ; Belongs to the class of serotonin (5HT3) antagonists. Used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Paloset inj 50 mcg/mL

Packing/Price

5 mL x 1's

Paloset

palonosetron

Manufacturer:

Amarox