Onkam Syrup: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Onkam Syrup Information

Onkam Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Onkam Syrup. 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, Onkam Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Onkam Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Onkam Syrup is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Onkam Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Onkam Syrup related warnings section.

Onkam Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. The section on Onkam Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Onkam Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Onkam Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Onkam Benefits & Uses
Onkam Dosage & How to Take
Onkam Side Effects
Onkam Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Onkam with Other Drugs
Onkam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Onkam
Onkam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Onkam Syrup Benefits & Uses

Onkam Syrup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Onkam Syrup Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy

Onkam Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Onkam Syrup safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Onkam safely.

Safe
Is the use of Onkam Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Onkam has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Onkam Syrup on the Kidneys?

Onkam does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Onkam Syrup on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Onkam. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Onkam Syrup on the Heart?

Onkam can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Onkam Syrup with Other Drugs

Onkam Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Tramadol

Sotalol

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Aripiprazole

Asenapine

Onkam Syrup Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Onkam Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Onkam Syrup

Is this Onkam Syrup habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Onkam Syrup.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Onkam Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Onkam Syrup can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Onkam Syrup only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Onkam Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Onkam Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onkam Syrup

It is safe to take Onkam Syrup with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Onkam Syrup

Taking alcohol with Onkam Syrup can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Onkam Syrup

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Onkam work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Onkam 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Onkam be used for anxiety?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Onkam 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Onkam safe for children?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Onkam 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, Onkam 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Onkam cause drowsiness?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Onkam 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Onkam be taken with pantoprazole?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Onkam can be taken with pantoprazole as there are no records of any drug interaction. Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor which is used for treating acidity. Acidity can be managed by avoiding eating acidic and spicy foods, avoiding smoking, and avoiding sleep within 3 hours of taking meals.