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Ondem MD 4 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Ondem MD 4 Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ondem MD 4 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ondem MD 4 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ondem MD 4 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ondem MD 4 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ondem MD 4 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ondem MD 4 Tablet in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. The section on Ondem MD 4 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Ondem MD 4 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Ondem MD 4 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ondem MD 4 Tablet 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
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Is the use of Ondem MD 4 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ondem without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ondem MD 4 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ondem on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ondem MD 4 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ondem is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ondem MD 4 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ondem. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ondem MD 4 Tablet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Ondem. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Ondem MD 4 Tablet 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 Ondem MD 4 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ondem MD 4 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ondem MD 4 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ondem MD 4 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ondem MD 4 Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ondem MD 4 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ondem MD 4 Tablet
It is safe to take Ondem MD 4 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondem MD 4 Tablet
Taking alcohol with Ondem MD 4 Tablet can be dangerous.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Ondem on your own. Discontinuing Ondem 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, it is safe to take Ondem for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of Ondem, more frequently or less frequently. It is important to follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, Ondem is safe to be used in children from 6 months to 12 years of age. Apart from preventing nausea and vomiting related to chemotherapy and radiation, Ondem can be used in this population group for managing acute gastritis. Acute gastritis presents itself as a self-limited infection with vomiting leading to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Always check with a child specialist and do not administer this drug yourself.
Ondem 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, Ondem 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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