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Onditron is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Injection, Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The right dosage of Onditron depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Onditron can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Onditron 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Onditron is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Onditron's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of Onditron since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Onditron have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Onditron may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Onditron, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Onditron 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 Onditron safe for pregnant women?
Onditron is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Onditron safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Onditron as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Onditron on the Kidneys?
Using Onditron does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Onditron on the Liver?
Onditron can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Onditron on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Onditron. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Onditron 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 Onditron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onditron habit forming or addictive?
Onditron does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Onditron can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Onditron only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Onditron is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Onditron
Taking Onditron with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onditron
Consumption of alcohol and Onditron together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Onditron. 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.
Onditron 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.
Yes, Onditron 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, Onditron 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.
No, Onditron is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Yes, Onditron 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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