Question 1

What is Granisetron used for?

Accepted Answer

Granisetron is indicated for: Chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, Severe nausea/vomiting.

Question 2

What routes can Granisetron be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO, IV, Transdermal.

Question 3

Which species have cited Granisetron dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Granisetron dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cat (Domestic), Dog (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Granisetron a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Granisetron is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Granisetron?

Accepted Answer

May cause headache, constipation. QT prolongation reported rarely. Can be used when ondansetron is ineffective.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Granisetron?

Accepted Answer

May cause headache, constipation. QT prolongation reported rarely. Can be used when ondansetron is ineffective.

Question 7

How does Granisetron work?

Accepted Answer

Selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist that blocks serotonin receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone and vagal afferents, suppressing nausea and vomiting.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	IV	0.01–0.04 mg/kg	q12-24h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	IV	0.01–0.04 mg/kg	q12-24h	Weak	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Granisetron

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Species with Granisetron dosing data (2 dose rules)

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