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Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup 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.
It is also important to note that Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ondanz in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ondanz on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup on the Kidneys?
Using Ondanz does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ondanz. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup on the Heart?
Ondanz 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.
Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup 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 Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup
Taking Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup
Taking alcohol with Ondanz 2 Mg Syrup can be dangerous.
Yes, Ondanz 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.
Ondanz is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Ondanz has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. The initial dose is usually taken half an hour before chemotherapy, 1 to 2 hours before radiation therapy and 1 hour before a surgery. Additional doses can be suggested by the doctor as per the individual requirements.
Yes, Ondanz 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.
Ondanz must be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not take more or less of it as it may cause side effects or disease relapse.
Ondanz belongs to a class of compounds known as 5 -HT3 receptor antagonists. It blocks the action of serotonin completely at the 5-HT3 receptor sites present in our brain (vomiting centre) which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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