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Onsetrin MD Tablet Information

Onsetrin MD Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Onsetrin MD Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Onsetrin MD Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Onsetrin MD Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Onsetrin MD Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Onsetrin MD Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Onsetrin MD Tablet related warnings section.

Onsetrin MD Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Onsetrin MD Tablet in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Other contraindications of Onsetrin MD Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Onsetrin MD Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Onsetrin MD Tablet Benefits & Uses

Onsetrin MD Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Onsetrin MD Tablet 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 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: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 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: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy

Onsetrin MD Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Onsetrin MD Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Onsetrin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Onsetrin MD Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Onsetrin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Onsetrin MD Tablet on the Kidneys?

Onsetrin is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Onsetrin MD Tablet 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 MD Tablet 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 MD Tablet with Other Drugs

Onsetrin MD Tablet 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 MD Tablet Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Onsetrin MD Tablet

Is this Onsetrin MD Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Onsetrin MD Tablet 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 MD Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Onsetrin MD Tablet 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 MD Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Onsetrin MD Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onsetrin MD Tablet

You can take Onsetrin MD Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Onsetrin MD Tablet

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Onsetrin MD Tablet

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.