Onsetrin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Onsetrin Benefits & Uses

Onsetrin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Onsetrin 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
Adult	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy.
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy.
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy.
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy.
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy. Given dose older then 6 month

Onsetrin Related Warnings

Is the use of Onsetrin safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Onsetrin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Onsetrin safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Onsetrin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Onsetrin on the Kidneys?

Onsetrin is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Onsetrin on the Liver?

Onsetrin may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Onsetrin on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Onsetrin. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Onsetrin with Other Drugs

Onsetrin 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

Onsetrin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Onsetrin

Is this Onsetrin habit forming or addictive?

Onsetrin is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Onsetrin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Onsetrin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Onsetrin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Onsetrin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onsetrin

You can take Onsetrin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Onsetrin

Consuming Onsetrin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Onsetrin

Question over 5 years ago

Can Onsetrin be taken with tramadol?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Onsetrin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Onsetrin cause drowsiness?

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

Yes, Onsetrin 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 about 6 years ago

What is Onsetrin?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Onsetrin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Onsetrin be used for anxiety?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Onsetrin 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 over 5 years ago

Does Onsetrin cause headache?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Onsetrin. 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.