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Vomblock Benefits & Uses

Vomblock is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Vomblock 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

Vomblock Related Warnings

Is the use of Vomblock safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Vomblock in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Vomblock safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Vomblock on the Kidneys?

Vomblock does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vomblock on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Vomblock on the Heart?

Vomblock 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 Vomblock with Other Drugs

Vomblock 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

Vomblock Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Vomblock

Is this Vomblock habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Vomblock is addictive.

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

After taking Vomblock, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Vomblock can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Vomblock only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Vomblock cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Vomblock Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vomblock

Taking Vomblock with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vomblock

Taking alcohol with Vomblock can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Vomblock

Question over 5 years ago

Is Vomblock safe for children?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Vomblock 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, Vomblock 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Vomblock?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

Vomblock is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Vomblock 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Vomblock cause constipation?

Dr. Ashish Mishra MBBS , Pathology

Yes, Vomblock 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Vomblock work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Vomblock 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Why Vomblock is prescribed post surgery?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Vomblock 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.