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Cesamet
(nabilone)-
In this factsheet:
- How does Cesamet work? What will it do for me?
- How should I use Cesamet?
- What form(s) does Cesamet come in?
- Who should NOT take Cesamet?
- What side effects are possible with Cesamet?
- Are there any other precautions or warnings for Cesamet?
- What other drugs could interact with Cesamet?
DIN (Drug Identification Number)
| 02256193 | CESAMET 0.5MG CAPSULE |
| 00548375 | CESAMET 1MG CAPSULE |
How does Cesamet work? What will it do for me?
Nabilone is chemically related to marijuana and belongs to the class of medications called cannabinoids. It is used to treat severe nausea and vomiting in people undergoing cancer chemotherapy. It works on centers in the brain to reduce nausea and cause sedation.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
How should I use Cesamet?
he usual adult dose of nabilone is 1 mg or 2 mg twice a day. The first dose is usually taken the night before the start of chemotherapy and the second dose is taken one to three hours before chemotherapy. Nabilone treatment may continue up to 24 hours after chemotherapy treatment. The maximum recommended daily dose is 6 mg in divided doses.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is very important that this medication be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue on with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue on with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does Cesamet come in?
0.5 mg
Each No. 4 hard gelatin capsule, opaque red cap and white body, imprinted "ICN" on the cap and "3102" on the body, contains nabilone 0.5 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: D&C red No. 33, D&C yellow No. 10, FD&C red No. 40, gelatin, povidone, starch and titanium dioxyde.
1 mg
Each No. 2 hard gelatin capsule, opaque blue cap and white body, imprinted "ICN" on the cap and "3101" on the body, contains nabilone 1 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: FD&C blue No. 2 (indigo carmine), gelatin, povidone, red iron oxide, starch and titanium dioxide.
Some medications may have other generic brands available. Always ask your doctor or pharmacist about the safety of switching between brands of the same medication.
Who should NOT take Cesamet?
This medication should not be used by anyone who:
- is allergic to marijuana or other cannabinoid agents or to any of the ingredients of the medication
- has a history of psychotic reactions
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