Palostar Benefits & Uses

Palostar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Palostar Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion

Palostar Related Warnings

Is the use of Palostar safe for pregnant women?

Palostar is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Palostar safe during breastfeeding?

Palostar may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Palostar, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Palostar.

Moderate
What is the effect of Palostar on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Palostar on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Palostar on the Liver?

Using Palostar does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Palostar on the Heart?

You can take Palostar without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Palostar with Other Drugs

Palostar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Citalopram

Quinidine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amiodarone

Moderate

Atazanavir

Paracetamol,Codeine

Ciprofloxacin

Palostar Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Palostar unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Palostar

Is this Palostar habit forming or addictive?

Palostar does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Palostar as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Palostar is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Palostar cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Palostar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Palostar

You can take Palostar with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Palostar

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Palostar with alcohol.

Unknown