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Ontic 2 Mg Syrup is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Ontic 2 Mg Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ontic 2 Mg Syrup as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ontic 2 Mg Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ontic 2 Mg Syrup has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Ontic 2 Mg Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ontic 2 Mg Syrup related warnings section.
Ontic 2 Mg Syrup can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ontic 2 Mg Syrup in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ontic 2 Mg Syrup contraindications section.
Besides this, Ontic 2 Mg Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ontic 2 Mg Syrup is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ontic 2 Mg Syrup 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 Ontic 2 Mg Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Ontic is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ontic 2 Mg Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Ontic may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ontic 2 Mg Syrup on the Kidneys?
Ontic does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ontic 2 Mg Syrup on the Liver?
Ontic 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 Ontic 2 Mg Syrup on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Ontic. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Ontic 2 Mg Syrup 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 Ontic 2 Mg Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ontic 2 Mg Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ontic 2 Mg Syrup is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ontic 2 Mg Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ontic 2 Mg Syrup can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ontic 2 Mg Syrup is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ontic 2 Mg Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ontic 2 Mg Syrup
It is safe to take Ontic 2 Mg Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ontic 2 Mg Syrup
Taking Ontic 2 Mg Syrup with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Ontic 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.
Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Ontic. 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.
Ontic is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Ontic 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, Ontic is usually administered before and after surgery for treating post-anesthesia shivering (PAS) and nausea. PAS is a condition in which tremors of head, neck, trunk, shoulder, and extremities. It greatly reduces the quality of life of a patient since it causes discomfort and increases pain. It disturbs surgical care and increases the stress on cardiopulmonary functions. Hence as a precautionary measure, this medicine is administered to prevent unpleasant anesthetic effects.
Yes, Ontic can be taken for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting a lot of people. It causes gas, abdominal discomfort and changes in the bowel movement like diarrhea or constipation. The disease can be controlled by altering the diet and eating more of fibre and less of fats, alcohol, caffeine and spicy food. Increasing physical activity and reducing stress can also help greatly.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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