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Ondicure is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ondicure. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ondicure as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ondicure go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Ondicure's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Ondicure related warnings talks about Ondicure's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ondicure can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ondicure in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ondicure contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ondicure with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ondicure, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ondicure 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 Ondicure safe for pregnant women?
Ondicure is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Ondicure safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ondicure on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ondicure on the Kidneys?
Ondicure does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ondicure on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ondicure. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ondicure only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ondicure on the Heart?
Ondicure 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.
Ondicure 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 Ondicure unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ondicure habit forming or addictive?
Ondicure does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ondicure, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ondicure can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ondicure only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ondicure cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ondicure
Taking Ondicure with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondicure
Taking Ondicure with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Ondicure 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, Ondicure 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.
Yes, Ondicure 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.
Ondicure 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.
Yes, Ondicure 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, Ondicure 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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