Aloxy Capsule
Anvik Biotech

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In-stock 10 capsules in 1 strip
74.52

USED FOR:
Nausea Vomiting

COMPOSITION:
Palonosetron (NA)

Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Aloxy Capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Aloxy Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Aloxy Capsule may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

SAFE
Kidney
SAFE

Aloxy Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Aloxy Capsule is recommended.

SAFE
Liver
SAFE

Aloxy Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Aloxy Capsule is recommended.

Palonosetron   NA

Uses of Aloxy Capsule
Aloxy Capsule is used in the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting.

How to use Aloxy Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Aloxy Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Aloxy Capsule works
Aloxy Capsule is an antiemetic (anti-nausea medicine). It inhibits the action of serotonin, a chemical messenger that can trigger nausea and vomiting.

Side Effects:

Common Fatigue, Headache, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Injection site allergic reaction, Constipation.

Expert advice for Aloxy Capsule
Take Aloxy 30 minutes before your food. If you vomit within 30 minutes after taking the Aloxy, take the same amount again. If vomiting continues, check with your doctor. If Aloxy is used for a short duration, for e.g. 6 -10 days, the risk of side-effects is minimal (well-tolerated). You can use oral disintegrating film/strip (medicated strip that dissolves when comes in contact with a wet surface) form of the Aloxy if you are nauseous to swallow a tablet or capsule. If you are using Aloxy in the form of oral disintegrating film/strip:


Make sure your hands are dry.
Immediately place the film/strip on the top of the tongue.
The film/strip will dissolve in seconds and you can swallow it with your saliva.
You do not need to drink water or other liquids to swallow the film/strip.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Aloxy HCl?
Aloxy hydrochloride or Aloxy is a serotonin (5HT3) antagonist

Q. What is it used for?
Palonosetron hydrochloride or palonosetron is a serotonin (5HT3) antagonist used to prevent moderate to severe nausea and vomiting induced by cancer chemotherapy. It may also be used to prevent nausea and vomiting for up to 24 hours following a surgery (postoperative nausea and vomiting)

Q. How does Aloxy work?
Aloxy belongs to a class of antiemetic medications called serotonin (5HT3) antagonists. It binds to special sites called serotonin 5HT3 receptors and blocks the action of serotonin, a naturally released chemical in the body that triggers nausea and vomiting.

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