Onvin 2 mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Onvin Benefits & Uses

Onvin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Onvin 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

Onvin Side Effects

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

Onvin Related Warnings

Is the use of Onvin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Onvin safely.

Safe
Is the use of Onvin safe during breastfeeding?

Onvin has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Onvin on the Kidneys?

Onvin does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Onvin on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Onvin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Onvin on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Onvin. 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 Onvin with Other Drugs

Onvin 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

Onvin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Onvin

Is this Onvin habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Onvin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Onvin for mental disorders.

No

Onvin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onvin

You can take Onvin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Onvin

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Onvin

Question over 5 years ago

Why Onvin is prescribed post surgery?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Onvin 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 over 5 years ago

Does Onvin cause drowsiness?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Onvin 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Onvin an antibiotic?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Onvin is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Onvin be taken with tramadol?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Onvin should not be ideally taken with tramadol as the action of both the drugs decreases upon concomitant use. Tramadol is an opioid medication used to treat mild to moderate pain. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Onvin 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 Onvin. 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.