Nabilone Benefits & Uses

Nabilone is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Nabilone 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: 2 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Give 1-3 hours before chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Give 1-3 hours before chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Give 1-3 hours before chemotherapy
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Give 1-3 hours before chemotherapy, children >30 kg

Nabilone Side Effects

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

Moderate

Euphoria
Depression
Hallucinations
Disorientation

Mild

Drowsiness
Vertigo
Headache
Weakness
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Dry Mouth

Nabilone Related Warnings

Is the use of Nabilone safe for pregnant women?

Nabilone may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Nabilone, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Nabilone safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Nabilone. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Nabilone on the Kidneys?

Nabilone rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Nabilone on the Liver?

Nabilone has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nabilone on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Nabilone on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nabilone with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Cetirizine

Amitriptyline

Tramadol

Paracetamol,Tramadol

Nabilone Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Bipolar Disorder
Schizophrenia
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nabilone

Is this Nabilone habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Nabilone can get addictive. Consume it only after doctor's advise.

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

After taking Nabilone you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Nabilone only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Nabilone cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Nabilone Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nabilone

Taking Nabilone with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nabilone

Consumption of alcohol and Nabilone together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cesamet™ (nabilone)

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