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Ondiron Drop is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The optimal dosage of Ondiron Drop is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ondiron Drop as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ondiron Drop are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ondiron Drop is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ondiron Drop related warnings talks about Ondiron Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ondiron Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ondiron Drop in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ondiron Drop contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Ondiron Drop have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ondiron Drop, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ondiron Drop 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 Ondiron Drop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ondiron safely.
Is the use of Ondiron Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Ondiron may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ondiron Drop on the Kidneys?
Ondiron is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ondiron Drop on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ondiron. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ondiron Drop on the Heart?
Ondiron 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 Ondiron Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ondiron Drop habit forming or addictive?
Ondiron Drop is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ondiron Drop can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ondiron Drop is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ondiron Drop is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ondiron Drop
Taking Ondiron Drop with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondiron Drop
Consumption of alcohol and Ondiron Drop together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, it is safe to take Ondiron for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of Ondiron, more frequently or less frequently. It is important to follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Ondiron is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Ondiron 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.
No, Ondiron is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Yes, Ondiron 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, Ondiron 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.
Ondiron 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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