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Onvin is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Onvin 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 Onvin have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Onvin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Onvin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Onvin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Onvin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Onvin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Onvin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Onvin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Onvin 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Onvin safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Onvin safely.
Is the use of Onvin safe during breastfeeding?
Onvin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Onvin on the Kidneys?
Onvin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Onvin on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Onvin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Onvin on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Onvin. 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.
Onvin 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 Onvin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onvin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Onvin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Onvin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Onvin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Onvin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Onvin
You can take Onvin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onvin
Consuming Onvin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Onvin 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.
Yes, Onvin 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.
No, Onvin 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.
Yes, Onvin 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, Onvin 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.
Onvin must be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not take more or less of it as it may cause side effects or disease relapse.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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