Dolasetron
Generic name: dolasetron (oral) [ doe-LAS-e-tron ]
Brand name: Anzemet
Dosage form: oral tablet (100 mg; 50 mg)
Drug class:5HT3 receptor antagonists
What is dolasetron?
Dolasetron blocks the actions of chemicals in the body that can trigger nausea and vomiting.
Dolasetron oral (taken by mouth) is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by medicine to treat cancer (chemotherapy).
Dolasetron may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not take dolasetron if you are allergic to it.
To make sure you can safely take dolasetron, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
kidney disease;
a serious heart condition such as "sick sinus syndrome";
a heart rhythm disorder such as slow heartbeats, or atrial fibrillation (fast, irregular heart rhythm);
personal or family history of long QT syndrome;
congestive heart failure; or
an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood).
It is not known whether dolasetron will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether dolasetron passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Dolasetron should not be given to a child younger than 2 years old.
How should I take dolasetron?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Dolasetron is usually taken 1 hour before chemotherapy. Follow your doctor's instructions.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Tell your doctor if you forget to take your dose within 1 hour before chemotherapy. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
