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What is Anzemet (Dolasetron Oral) ?
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How is Anzemet (Dolasetron Oral) Pronounced? doh-LASS-eh-tron
Who is the Manufacturer of Anzemet? Aventis Pharm
What is Anzemet Used For? Dolasetron is used to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting due to anti-cancer therapy or surgery. It works by blocking the hormone (serotonin) that causes vomiting.
How To Use Anzemet
Anzemet is taken by mouth, generally within one hour before certain cancer chemotherapy or within two hours before surgery. The maximum dose is 100mg.
Anzemet Side Effects
Headache or dizziness may occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Unlikely but report promptly: chest pain, chills, unusual change in amount of urine. Very unlikely but report promptly: rash, stomach pain, unusual bleeding or bruising. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: fainting, fast/irregular heartbeat. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Anzemet seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Anzemet Precautions
Before using Anzemet, tell your doctor your medical history, including: allergies (especially drug allergies), heart problems, low mineral levels (electrolyte imbalances such as low potassium or magnesium). Since Anzemet may cause dizziness, caution is advised when performing hazardous tasks (e.g., driving). Limit alcohol intake, since it may aggravate drug side effects. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using Anzemet. It is not known whether Anzemet is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Anzemet Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of: diuretics (water pills), anthracycline cancer drugs (e.g., doxorubicin, idarubicin), cimetidine, rifamycins (e.g., rifampin), phenytoin, carbamazepine. Report other drugs which affect the heart rhythm (QTc prolongation), such as: dofetilide, pimozide, quinidine, sotalol, procainamide, sparfloxacin. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Anzemet Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Missed Anzemet Dose
If the dose is missed, contact your doctor immediately.
Anzemet Storage
Store at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
| Generic and Namebrand Variations |
|---|
| Label Name | Unit | Package | Color | Shape | Flavor | NDC |
|---|
| Anzemet 50mg Tablet |
Tab |
Blist Pack |
Pink |
Round |
|
00088120243 |
| Anzemet 50mg Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
Pink |
Round |
|
00088120205 |
| Anzemet 50mg Tablet |
Tab |
Bottle |
Pink |
Round |
|
00088120229 |
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