Granitryl granisetron brand name?

What is Granitryl (brand name for granisetron)?

Granitryl is a brand name for granisetron, a medicine in the “setron” class used to prevent nausea and vomiting, especially in people receiving chemotherapy or other treatments that can cause severe nausea.[1]

What is granisetron used for under the Granitryl name?

Granitryl (granisetron) is used to help prevent nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy and can also be used in other clinical settings where control of nausea and vomiting is needed.[1]

Who makes Granitryl / is it the same as other granisetron brands?

Granitryl is one of the trade names for granisetron. Different countries may use different brand names for granisetron even though the active ingredient is the same.[1]

What form does Granitryl come in?

The available product forms can vary by market and manufacturer (for example, tablets or injectable formulations). The exact form for “Granitryl” depends on the specific product sold in that region.[1]

Related: is Granitryl the same drug as ondansetron or palonosetron?

No. Granitryl contains granisetron, while ondansetron and palonosetron are different active ingredients (though they are also used for similar nausea and vomiting indications). If you’re switching, you typically need to confirm the active ingredient and dosing instructions with a clinician or pharmacist.[1]

Sources:
[1] https://drugpatentwatch.com/