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Speronden 4 Tablet Information

Speronden 4 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The right dosage of Speronden 4 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Speronden 4 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Speronden 4 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Speronden 4 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Speronden 4 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Speronden 4 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Speronden 4 Tablet in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Speronden 4 Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Speronden 4 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Speronden 4 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Speronden 4 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Speronden 4 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Speronden 4 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

Speronden 4 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Speronden 4 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Speronden without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Speronden 4 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Speronden has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Speronden 4 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Speronden is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Speronden 4 Tablet on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Speronden. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Speronden 4 Tablet on the Heart?

Speronden may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Speronden 4 Tablet with Other Drugs

Speronden 4 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

Speronden 4 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Speronden 4 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about Speronden 4 Tablet

Is this Speronden 4 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Speronden 4 Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Speronden 4 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Speronden 4 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, the use of Speronden 4 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Speronden 4 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Speronden 4 Tablet

You can take Speronden 4 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Speronden 4 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Speronden 4 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Speronden 4 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Is Speronden an antibiotic?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Speronden is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Speronden?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Speronden 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

Why Speronden is prescribed post surgery?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Speronden 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Speronden cause headache?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Speronden. 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Speronden be taken for motion sickness?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Speronden 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.