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from eMedTV.comSide Effects of Marinol
Just like any medicine, Marinol can cause side effects. Some of the more common side effects seen with this drug include but are not limited to:- A sense of euphoria, or feeling "high"
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Anxiety or nervousness
- Feelings of paranoia.
Higher doses are associated with more side effects. Marinol can cause changes in mood and other undesired behavioral problems. When you first begin using it, or when your dose is changed, you should be under the care of a responsible adult because of the potential for these side effects. You should also not drive, operate machinery, or do anything that might be dangerous until you know you can do these things safely.
If you do have problems, your healthcare provider can adjust your dose of Marinol to try and reduce them.
(Click Marinol Side Effects to learn more, including potentially serious side effects you should report immediately to your healthcare provider.)
Drug Interactions With Marinol
Marinol can interact with other medicines (see Marinol Drug Interactions for more information).Important Information for Your Healthcare Provider
You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking this medication if you have:- A history of seizures
- Heart problems
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- A history of drug or alcohol abuse
- Certain psychiatric conditions, including bipolar disorder, mania, depression, or schizophrenia
- Any allergies, including to foods, dyes, or preservatives.
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
- Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant (see Marinol and Pregnancy)
- Breastfeeding (see Marinol and Breastfeeding).
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about all other medications you are taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
(Click Marinol Warnings and Precautions to learn more, including information on who should not take the drug.)
Written by/reviewed by: Susan Lakey, PharmD, MPH
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD