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Ozotron Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Ozotron Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ozotron Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ozotron Syrup are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ozotron Syrup has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ozotron Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ozotron Syrup related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of Ozotron Syrup since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ozotron Syrup contraindications section.
Besides this, Ozotron Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ozotron Syrup is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ozotron Syrup 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 |
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Ozotron Syrup safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ozotron in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ozotron Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Ozotron may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ozotron Syrup on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Ozotron on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ozotron Syrup on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ozotron. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ozotron only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ozotron Syrup on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Ozotron. 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.
Ozotron Syrup 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 Ozotron Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ozotron Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ozotron Syrup has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ozotron Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ozotron Syrup can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ozotron Syrup should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ozotron Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ozotron Syrup
You can take Ozotron Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ozotron Syrup
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ozotron Syrup as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Ozotron 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, Ozotron may cause drowsiness because this drug has been reported to induce sleep. Ensure you do not drive or do some high precision work. To avoid excessive drowsiness with this medicine you are encouraged to take adequate night-time sleep, keeping distractions out of the bedroom, going to sleep and getting up at consistent times, eating light at lunchtime, putting in some form of a physical activity, avoiding taking naps during the day, and avoiding alcohol at night.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Ozotron on your own. Discontinuing Ozotron may lead to unwanted side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy such as excessive vomiting. You must speak to your doctor first as this will help you to take an informed decision.
Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Ozotron. 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.
Yes, Ozotron 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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