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Speronden Md, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Speronden Md is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Speronden Md side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Speronden Md are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Speronden Md has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Speronden Md's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Speronden Md can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Speronden Md in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Other contraindications of Speronden Md have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Speronden Md may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Speronden Md is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Speronden Md 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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Is the use of Speronden Md safe for pregnant women?
Speronden MD is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Speronden Md safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Speronden MD for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Speronden Md on the Kidneys?
Speronden MD does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Speronden Md on the Liver?
Speronden MD 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 Speronden Md on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Speronden MD. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Speronden Md 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 Speronden Md unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Speronden Md habit forming or addictive?
Speronden Md does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Speronden Md can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Speronden Md should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Speronden Md in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Speronden Md
It is safe to take Speronden Md with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Speronden Md
Taking Speronden Md with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Speronden MD can cause constipation. Some of the other side effects are a headache and dizziness. Constipation is a debilitating disorder which can be prevented by drinking a lot of water, eating more of fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, taking probiotic food, and avoiding dairy products.
Yes, Speronden MD 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.
Speronden MD belongs to a class of compounds known as 5 -HT3 receptor antagonists. It blocks the action of serotonin completely at the 5-HT3 receptor sites present in our brain (vomiting centre) which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
Speronden MD 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.
No, Speronden MD 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zofran® (ondansetron hydrochloride)