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Odanse Benefits & Uses

Odanse is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Odanse 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: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy

Odanse Related Warnings

Is the use of Odanse safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Odanse safely.

Safe
Is the use of Odanse safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Odanse for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Odanse on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Odanse on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Odanse on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Odanse. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Odanse on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Odanse. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Odanse with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiodarone

Tramadol

Sotalol

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Aripiprazole

Asenapine

Odanse Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Odanse

Is this Odanse habit forming or addictive?

Odanse does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Odanse. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Odanse only as per medical advice.

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

No, Odanse is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Odanse Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Odanse

It is safe to take Odanse with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Odanse

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Odanse

Question over 5 years ago

Can Odanse be taken with pantoprazole?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Odanse 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Odanse be taken with tramadol?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Odanse should not be ideally taken with tramadol as the action of both the drugs decreases upon concomitant use. Tramadol is an opioid medication used to treat mild to moderate pain. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Odanse cause drowsiness?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Odanse may cause drowsiness because this drug has been reported to induce sleep. Ensure you do not drive or do some high precision work. To avoid excessive drowsiness with this medicine you are encouraged to take adequate night-time sleep, keeping distractions out of the bedroom, going to sleep and getting up at consistent times, eating light at lunchtime, putting in some form of a physical activity, avoiding taking naps during the day, and avoiding alcohol at night.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Odanse?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Odanse 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Why Odanse is prescribed post surgery?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Odanse 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.