Palnox 0.25mg Injection
Manufacturer
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Palonosetron (0.25mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Palnox 0.25mg Injection is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions like stomach upset.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Palnox 0.25mg Injection will not relieve other side effects associated with cancer treatments. It is given under the supervision of a doctor and may be used alone or with other medications. Your doctor will give you the appropriate dose of the medicine depending on what you are taking it for. It is important that you keep having the injections until your doctor decides it is safe to stop them. After this, your doctor may prescribe tablets instead of the injections. The most common side effects of taking this medicine include injection site pain, headache, and constipation. Dizziness and sleepiness may also occur so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. These symptoms should disappear when you stop taking the medicine. However, if these side effects bother you or do not go away, consult your doctor who may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
injection site pain headache constipation dizziness sleepiness
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Palnox 0.25mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Palnox 0.25mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Palnox 0.25mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Codeine Dextropropoxyphine Nalbuphine Pentazocine
How it works
Palnox 0.25mg Injection is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Palnox 0.25mg Injection for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Palnox 0.25mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose. Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
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Frequently asked questions
How quickly does Palnox 0.25mg Injection start working?
Palnox 0.25mg Injection begins showing effects within half an hour to 2 hours after administration. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream.
What are the potential side effects of Palnox 0.25mg Injection?
The most common side effects of Palnox 0.25mg Injection are constipation and headache. However, these tend to be mild and resolve on their own with time. If these persist or cause concern, it's important to consult your doctor.
Is Palnox 0.25mg Injection a steroid?
No, Palnox 0.25mg Injection is an antiemetic and not a steroid. It is prescribed as a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist for the treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with surgery or cancer chemotherapy.
Does Palnox 0.25mg Injection work for seasickness?
No, Palnox 0.25mg Injection does not treat seasickness. It has a minimal effect on nausea related to motion sickness.
