Onwon 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Onwon is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Onwon safe for pregnant women?
Onwon is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Onwon safe during breastfeeding?
Onwon has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Onwon on the Kidneys?
Onwon does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Onwon on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Onwon. 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 Onwon on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Onwon. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Onwon 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 Onwon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onwon habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Onwon is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Onwon as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Onwon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Onwon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Onwon
Taking Onwon with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onwon
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Onwon as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Onwon 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.
No, Onwon is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
No, Onwon is not found to be effective against motion sickness. It prevents vomiting due to chemotherapeutic drugs and radiation. Motion sickness is the disturbance of the inner ear caused by a lot of motion. It can be prevented by not taking too much food or too many drinks or alcohol just before the travel. One should also avoid food with very strong odours. One should avoid reading while traveling. One should also sit in the direction of the travel. One should sit in the front. Open a vent of fresh air and try to be relaxed while traveling.
Yes, Onwon 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.
Yes, Onwon 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, Onwon 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.
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