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Vomikind Information

Vomikind is a prescription medicine that is available as a Strips, Injection, Tablet, Syrup, Sachet. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Vomikind. 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vomikind as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Vomikind normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Vomikind has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Vomikind related warnings talks about Vomikind's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of Vomikind since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Vomikind are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Vomikind is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Vomikind Benefits & Uses

Vomikind is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Vomikind 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

Vomikind Related Warnings

Is the use of Vomikind safe for pregnant women?

Vomikind is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Vomikind safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Vomikind on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Vomikind on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vomikind on the Liver?

Vomikind 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 Vomikind on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Vomikind. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Vomikind with Other Drugs

Vomikind 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

Vomikind Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Vomikind

Is this Vomikind habit forming or addictive?

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

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

After taking Vomikind you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Vomikind only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Vomikind in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Vomikind Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vomikind

Taking Vomikind with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vomikind

Consumption of alcohol and Vomikind together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Vomikind

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Vomikind be taken for motion sickness?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Vomikind 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Vomikind an antibiotic?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Vomikind safe for children?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Vomikind 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, Vomikind 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 about 5 years ago

Why Vomikind is prescribed post surgery?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Vomikind 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Vomikind?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Vomikind 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.