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Sancuso (Granisetron) Transdermal Patch
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Description
The Sancuso Transdermal Patch is a prescription medication designed to combat nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy. Sancuso is a patch that adheres to the skin and slowly releases granisetron, an antiemetic medication that effectively alleviates the distressing symptoms of nausea and vomiting.
Sancuso is indicated for adult patients who are undergoing cancer chemotherapy, where nausea and vomiting are common side effects. It offers a convenient and discreet way to manage these symptoms, providing up to 5-7 days of continuous relief.
The active ingredient in Sancuso, granisetron, works by blocking the action of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that triggers nausea and vomiting. Doing so helps patients experience a better quality of life during their cancer treatments.
Directions
The usual directions are to apply a single patch to the upper arm 24-48 hours before chemotherapy. Remove the patch 24 hours after completion of chemotherapy.
Remove the patch after a maximum of seven consecutive days.
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Sancuso is granisetron.
Interactions
Common drug-drug interactions may include:
- Amiodarone
- Amitriptyline
- Apomorphine
- Citalopram
- Ciprofloxacin
- Dofetilide
- Droperidol
- Flecainide
- Haloperidol
- Imipramine
- Levofloxacin
- Methadone
- Moxifloxacin
- Olanzapine
- Ondansetron
- Panobinostat
- Procainamide
- Quetiapine
- Quinidine
- Risperidone
- Sotalol
- Sumatriptan
- Thioridazine
- Ziprasidone
Cautions
Individuals with a history of allergies or skin conditions should exercise caution while using the Sancuso patch. Monitor the patch site for any signs of irritation or adverse reactions.
Side Effects
Common adverse reactions may include:
- Abdominal pain
- Agitation
- Alopecia
- Anemia
- Angina pectoris
- Anxiety
- Application-site reaction (transdermal)
- Asystole
- Atrial fibrillation
- Atrioventricular block
- Bradycardia
- Cardiac arrhythmia
- Central nervous system stimulation
- Chest pain
- Constipation (including fecal impaction)
- Decreased appetite
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dysgeusia
- Dyspepsia
- ECG abnormality
- Fever
- Flushing
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
- Hypersensitivity reaction (including anaphylaxis)
- Hypertension
- Hypotension
- Increased serum alanine aminotransferase
- Increased serum aspartate aminotransferase
- Insomnia
- Leukopenia
- Nausea
- Palpitations
- Pancreatitis
- Prolonged QT interval on ECG
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Sinus bradycardia
- Skin rash
- Syncope
- Thrombocytopenia
- Ventricular ectopy (includes nonsustained ventricular tachycardia)
- Vomiting
References
- Sancuso [package insert]. Bedminster, NJ: ProStrakan; 2015.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.Product Code : 11596
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