ANZEMET DESCRIPTION
Anzemet (Dolasetron Mesylate) - Tablet
Brand Name
Anzemet
Common Name
dolasetron
Where Can I order Anzemet From? Can
I buy Anzemet at Canadian Prices?
Yes, if you are from the U.S. then you can
buy Anzemet at Canadian prices. Currently we will only accept
an order for Anzemet from U.S. and Canadian residents. Both U.S.
and Canadian residents require a prescription to purchase Anzemet
and when you order Anzemet it will be delivered with express
shipping.
How does this medication work? What
will it do for me?
Anzemet is used for the prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy. It works by affecting a certain chemical in the body called serotonin, which is thought to be involved with the process causing nausea and vomiting.
Your doctor may choose to use a medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you're unsure why you are taking this medication, contact your doctor.
How should I use Anzemet?
The recommended adult dose of Anzemet in tablet form is 100 mg taken one hour before chemotherapy.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the one above, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is very important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
What form(s) does Anzemet come in?
Anzemet is available in i tablet form.
Tablets:
50 mg:Each pale pink, round, film-coated tablet, printed with "ANZEMET" around "50" centred on one side and plain on the other, contains Anzemet 50 mg.
100 mg: Each pink, oval, film-coated tablet, printed with "ANZEMET" on one side and "100" on the other, contains Anzemet 100 mg.
Nonmedicinal ingredients: carnauba wax, croscarmellose sodium, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, lactose, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized starch, iron oxide, titanium dioxide, and white wax.
Who should NOT take Anzemet?
Anyone with an allergy to Anzemet or any ingredients of the product should not take this medication.
What side effects are possible with Anzemet?
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor. Your health professional may be able to help you deal with some of the effects.
The following Anzemet side effects may go away as your body becomes used to the medication; check with your doctor if they continue or become bothersome.
More common:
diarrhea
headache
Less common:
abdominal or stomach pain
dizziness or lightheadedness
fever or chills
unusual tiredness
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common:
high or low blood pressure
Rare:
blood in the urine
chest pain
decrease in amount of urine
difficulty breathing
fast heartbeat
pain
painful or difficult urination
severe stomach pain with nausea or vomiting
skin rash, hives, and or itching
slow or irregular heartbeat
swelling of face
swelling of feet or lower legs
Other side effects not listed above may occur in some people. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication.
Are there any other precautions or warnings for Anzemet?
Medical conditions: Anzemet should be taken with caution by anyone prone to certain heart rhythm abnormalities, including those who:
have low blood levels of potassium or magnesium
are taking diuretics (water pills) that could lead to low blood potassium
have severely reduced kidney or liver function
are taking medication to prevent abnormal heart rhythms
are taking high doses of the class of chemotherapy medications known as anthracyclines (e.g., doxorubicin, daunorubicin)
Pregnancy: This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy, as its effects when taken by pregnant women are not known. If you are or may be pregnant, talk to your doctor.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if Anzemet passes into breast milk. It should not be taken by nursing women.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of Anzemet for use by children is not known; therefore, its use by this age group is not recommended.
What other drugs could interact with Anzemet?
The following medications may affect how Anzemet works or increase the risk of side effects:
anthracyclines (e.g., doxorubicin, daunorubicin)
cimetidine
other medications that may that affect heart rhythms (e.g., amiodarone, erythromycin, flecainide)
rifampin
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
stop taking one of the medications,
change one of the medications to another,
change how you are taking one or both of the medications, or
leave everything as is.
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. In many cases, interactions are intended or are managed by close monitoring. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with this medication. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications that you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
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