skip to main content

brainstorm askiatroX medicines

simulations beta

loading page…

learn & practise

exams international doctors free questions Socratic Tutor rounds stat clinical connections academy journal tool guides

clinical reference

askiatroX knowledge centre medicines UK / NICE guidance international guidance calculators q&a library

trust & support

how it works methodology account & support frequently asked questions about us clinical safety consultancy

legal

mobile app · scan to download

Medicines granisetron hydrochlorideQuestion & answer

granisetron hydrochloride · Medicine question

Does granisetron cause constipation?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

The answer

Answer

Yes. Constipation is one of its most frequently reported effects and may be important with impaired bowel movement or possible obstruction.

Sources for this answer

Granisetron 1 mg/ml concentrate for solution for injection or infusionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 8
Kytril 2 mg film-coated tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 1

Explore this learning need in CPDTake this topic to CPD, then choose your learning context and available question library.

The full medicine guide

granisetron hydrochloride

Read the wider context, including uses, precautions and the sources behind this medicine guide.

Read the granisetron hydrochloride guide

More clinical questions?

Explore the tools and reference material available on iatroX.

Explore askiatroX

More questions about granisetron hydrochloride

Can granisetron tablets be taken with food?Can granisetron affect heart rhythm?Is granisetron used after an operation?Can children receive granisetron?