Onsetrin Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Onsetrin Benefits & Uses

Onsetrin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Onsetrin 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy.
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy.
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy.
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy.
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.15 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 30 minutes prior to the initiation of emetogenic chemotherapy. Given dose older then 6 month

Onsetrin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Onsetrin is used -

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Urine Retention

Mild

Fatigue
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Chills
Agitation
Drowsiness
Diarrhoea
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Rash
Paresthesia

Onsetrin Related Warnings

Is the use of Onsetrin safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Onsetrin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Onsetrin safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Onsetrin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Onsetrin on the Kidneys?

Onsetrin is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Onsetrin on the Liver?

Onsetrin 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 Onsetrin on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Onsetrin. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Onsetrin with Other Drugs

Onsetrin 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

Onsetrin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Onsetrin

Is this Onsetrin habit forming or addictive?

Onsetrin is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Onsetrin. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Onsetrin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Onsetrin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Onsetrin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onsetrin

You can take Onsetrin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Onsetrin

Consuming Onsetrin with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Onsetrin

Question over 5 years ago

Does Onsetrin cause headache?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Onsetrin. 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to take Onsetrin?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, it is safe to take Onsetrin for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of Onsetrin, more frequently or less frequently. It is important to follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Onsetrin work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Onsetrin 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 almost 6 years ago

Is Onsetrin safe for children?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Onsetrin 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, Onsetrin 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

Can Onsetrin be taken for motion sickness?

Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

No, Onsetrin 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.