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Ondace is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Ondace depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ondace can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ondace are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ondace is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Ondace's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ondace is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ondace are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Ondace with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ondace, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ondace 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Ondace safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ondace without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ondace safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ondace for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ondace on the Kidneys?
Ondace does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ondace on the Liver?
Ondace may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ondace on the Heart?
Ondace may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Ondace 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 Ondace unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ondace habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ondace is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ondace. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ondace is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ondace for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ondace
It is safe to take Ondace with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondace
Taking Ondace with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Ondace. Apply balms and take a mild painkiller if a headache is of throbbing nature. Additionally, headaches can be prevented by doing yoga and meditation, by keeping away from electronic gadgets and computers, by eating light food and listening to relaxing music.
Yes, Ondace 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.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Ondace on your own. Discontinuing Ondace may lead to unwanted side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy such as excessive vomiting. You must speak to your doctor first as this will help you to take an informed decision.
Yes, Ondace can be used for the symptom alleviation in anxiety, however, more clinical trials are needed to confirm this association. Anxiety can also be effectively managed by breathing deeply, practicing meditation, and not taking much stress. In case of severe anxiety please speak to your doctor.
No, Ondace is not found to be effective against motion sickness. It prevents vomiting due to chemotherapeutic drugs and radiation. Motion sickness is the disturbance of the inner ear caused by a lot of motion. It can be prevented by not taking too much food or too many drinks or alcohol just before the travel. One should also avoid food with very strong odours. One should avoid reading while traveling. One should also sit in the direction of the travel. One should sit in the front. Open a vent of fresh air and try to be relaxed while traveling.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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