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Nitron Benefits & Uses

Nitron is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Nitron 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
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 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: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 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: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy

Nitron Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nitron 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

Nitron Related Warnings

Is the use of Nitron safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Nitron without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Nitron safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Nitron as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Nitron on the Kidneys?

Using Nitron does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Nitron on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Nitron. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nitron on the Heart?

Nitron may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Nitron with Other Drugs

Nitron 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

Nitron Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Nitron

Is this Nitron habit forming or addictive?

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

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

After taking Nitron, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Nitron can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

Nitron is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Nitron Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nitron

Taking Nitron with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nitron

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Nitron as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Nitron

Question about 6 years ago

How does Nitron work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Nitron 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 Nitron safe for children?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Nitron 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, Nitron 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 Nitron be taken for motion sickness?

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

No, Nitron 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

Why Nitron is prescribed post surgery?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nitron 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 about 6 years ago

What is Nitron?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Nitron 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.