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Osent is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Syrup, Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Osent is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Osent can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Osent are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Osent has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Osent has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Osent related warnings section.
Osent can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Osent in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. The section on Osent contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Osent with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Osent is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Osent 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Osent is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Osent safe for pregnant women?
Osent is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Osent safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Osent as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Osent on the Kidneys?
Osent is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Osent on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Osent. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Osent on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Osent. 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.
Osent 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 Osent unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Osent habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Osent.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Osent you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Osent is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Osent is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Osent
You can take Osent with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Osent
Consuming Osent with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Osent 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.
Osent is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Osent 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.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Osent on your own. Discontinuing Osent 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.
Osent must be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not take more or less of it as it may cause side effects or disease relapse.
Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Osent. 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience