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Glendan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Glendan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Glendan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Glendan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Glendan is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Glendan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Glendan related warnings section.
Glendan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. The section on Glendan contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Glendan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Glendan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Glendan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Glendan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Glendan without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Glendan safe during breastfeeding?
Glendan may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Glendan on the Kidneys?
Glendan is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Glendan on the Liver?
Glendan can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Glendan on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Glendan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Glendan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glendan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glendan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Glendan.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Glendan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Glendan only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Glendan in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Glendan
Taking Glendan with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glendan
Taking alcohol with Glendan can be dangerous.
Yes, Glendan can be taken for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting a lot of people. It causes gas, abdominal discomfort and changes in the bowel movement like diarrhea or constipation. The disease can be controlled by altering the diet and eating more of fibre and less of fats, alcohol, caffeine and spicy food. Increasing physical activity and reducing stress can also help greatly.
Yes, Glendan can be taken with pantoprazole as there are no records of any drug interaction. Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor which is used for treating acidity. Acidity can be managed by avoiding eating acidic and spicy foods, avoiding smoking, and avoiding sleep within 3 hours of taking meals.
Yes, Glendan is usually administered before and after surgery for treating post-anesthesia shivering (PAS) and nausea. PAS is a condition in which tremors of head, neck, trunk, shoulder, and extremities. It greatly reduces the quality of life of a patient since it causes discomfort and increases pain. It disturbs surgical care and increases the stress on cardiopulmonary functions. Hence as a precautionary measure, this medicine is administered to prevent unpleasant anesthetic effects.
Glendan is a brand name for ondansetron. It belongs to a class of compounds known as serotonin type 3 receptor antagonists. It is available in the form of tablet and injection. It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by anti-cancer drugs, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent post-surgical nausea and vomiting.
Yes, Glendan can cause constipation. Some of the other side effects are a headache and dizziness. Constipation is a debilitating disorder which can be prevented by drinking a lot of water, eating more of fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, taking probiotic food, and avoiding dairy products.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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