Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Sancuso

Descriptions


Granisetron skin patch is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may occur after cancer treatment (chemotherapy). It is usually given to patients receiving chemotherapy for 5 consecutive days that causes moderate to severe nausea and vomiting. Granisetron works in the nervous system to block the action of a chemical that causes 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