Dronabinol Benefits & Uses

Dronabinol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Anorexia Nervosa

Dronabinol 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 5 mg/m² 1-3 hr before and every 2 - 4 hr after chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 5 mg/m² 1-3 hr before and every 2 - 4 hr after chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 5 mg/m² 1-3 hr before and every 2 - 4 hr after chemotherapy

Dronabinol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dronabinol is used -

Moderate

Confusion
Euphoria
Hallucinations

Mild

Drowsiness
Dizziness
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting
Chills
Cough
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)

Dronabinol Related Warnings

Is the use of Dronabinol safe for pregnant women?

Dronabinol may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Dronabinol again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Dronabinol safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Dronabinol. If you see any side effects, stop taking Dronabinol immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Dronabinol again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dronabinol on the Kidneys?

Dronabinol is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dronabinol on the Liver?

Dronabinol is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dronabinol on the Heart?

Dronabinol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dronabinol with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Moderate

Pseudoephedrine

Aripiprazole

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Dronabinol Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Bipolar Disorder
Drug Abuse
Dementia

Frequently asked Questions about Dronabinol

Is this Dronabinol habit forming or addictive?

You may get addicted to Dronabinol. Therefore, before taking it, consult your doctor.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Dronabinol as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Dronabinol should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Dronabinol for mental disorders.

No

Dronabinol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dronabinol

Taking Dronabinol with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dronabinol

Taking alcohol with Dronabinol can be dangerous.

Severe