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Onmed is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Onmed depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Onmed have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Onmed 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.
It is also important to note that Onmed has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Onmed related warnings talks about Onmed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of Onmed since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Onmed have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Onmed have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Onmed is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Onmed 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 Onmed safe for pregnant women?
Onmed is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Onmed safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Onmed on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Onmed on the Kidneys?
Onmed is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Onmed on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Onmed. 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.
What is the effect of Onmed on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Onmed. 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.
Onmed 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 Onmed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onmed habit forming or addictive?
Onmed is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Onmed. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Onmed only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Onmed is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Onmed
You can take Onmed with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onmed
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Onmed as it can have severe side effects.
Onmed 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, it is safe to take Onmed for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of Onmed, more frequently or less frequently. It is important to follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Yes, Onmed 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.
Onmed is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Onmed 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, headache is one of the common side effects of Onmed. 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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