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Vomigo Drops is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vomigo Drops. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vomigo Drops can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Vomigo Drops are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Vomigo Drops's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Vomigo Drops's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Vomigo Drops is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Vomigo Drops are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Vomigo Drops with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vomigo Drops is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Vomigo Drops 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.
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Is the use of Vomigo Drops safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Vomigo safely.
Is the use of Vomigo Drops safe during breastfeeding?
Vomigo has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vomigo Drops on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Vomigo on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vomigo Drops on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Vomigo. 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 Vomigo Drops on the Heart?
Vomigo can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vomigo Drops unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vomigo Drops habit forming or addictive?
Vomigo Drops is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Vomigo Drops. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Vomigo Drops only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Vomigo Drops cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Vomigo Drops
Taking Vomigo Drops with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vomigo Drops
Consumption of alcohol and Vomigo Drops together may have severe effects on your health.
Vomigo 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.
Yes, Vomigo 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.
Vomigo is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Vomigo 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.
Yes, Vomigo 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.
Vomigo 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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