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Zondan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Zondan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Zondan as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Zondan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zondan is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zondan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zondan related warnings section.
Zondan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Zondan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Zondan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zondan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zondan 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 Zondan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Zondan safely.
Is the use of Zondan safe during breastfeeding?
Zondan has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Zondan on the Kidneys?
Zondan is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Zondan on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Zondan. 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 Zondan on the Heart?
Zondan 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.
Zondan 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 Zondan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zondan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zondan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zondan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Zondan only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zondan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zondan
Taking Zondan with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zondan
Taking Zondan with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Zondan 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.
Zondan 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.
Yes, Zondan 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.
Yes, Zondan 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.
Yes, Zondan can be taken for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting a lot of people. It causes gas, abdominal discomfort and changes in the bowel movement like diarrhea or constipation. The disease can be controlled by altering the diet and eating more of fibre and less of fats, alcohol, caffeine and spicy food. Increasing physical activity and reducing stress can also help greatly.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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