Introduction
Vomiting - Forcefully expelling the stomach's content out of the mouth.
Nausea - Non observable subjective feeling of having an urge to vomit.
Emesis - The action or process of vomiting.
INFORMATION ABOUT ONDANSETRON
Ondansetron Uses
Ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting.
How Ondansetron works
Ondansetron is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.
Common side effects of Ondansetron
Constipation, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Headache.
EXPERT ADVICE FOR ONDANSETRON:
- You have been prescribed Ondansetron for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
- It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
- If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
- Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS FOR ONDANSETRON
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How quickly does Ondansetron work?Open or Close
Ondansetron starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.
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What are the side effects of Ondansetron?Open or Close
The most common side effects of Ondansetron are constipation, diarrhea, fatigue and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after some time. Consult your doctor if these persist or worry you.
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When should you take Ondansetron?Open or Close
Ondansetron should be taken with a full glass of water, with or without food. It should be used exactly as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Usually, the first dose of Ondansetron is taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy or radiation treatment.
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Is Ondansetron a steroid?Open or Close
No, Ondansetron is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Ondansetron is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist. It is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting which is commonly observed after surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.
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Does Ondansetron work for seasickness?Open or Close
No, Ondansetron does not work for seasickness. This is because Ondansetron has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.
AVAILABLE MEDICINE FOR ETORICOXIB + THIOCOLCHICOSIDE
- OndemAlkem Laboratories Ltd -13 to 109
- VomikindMankind Pharma Ltd -11 to 183
- EmesetCipla Ltd -26 to 62
- PerisetIpca Laboratories Ltd -12 to 74
- ZoferSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd -13 to 109
Advantages of Emifree -8 over other dosage form of Ondasetron
- Emifree -8 ODF has a dose convenience of BID unlike other forms with QID dosing.
- Emifree -8 is in a Oral disintegrating film , the most convenient dosage form.
- Emifree-8 ODF does not require water for intake.
- Emifree-8 ODF doesn't have metallic and bitter taste.
- Emifree-8 disintegrates within 10 seconds in the buccal cavity and reaches the system within 10 seconds unlike MD which take 30 minutes to start its action.
- Emifree-8 doesn't have any choking issues like tablets.
- Emifree-8 has highest bioavailability as compared to other dosage form.
MRP of Emifree-8 - Rs.15/- per film.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Emifree-8 ODS Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
Driving
SAFE
Emifree-8 ODS Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emifree-8 ODS Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Emifree-8 ODS Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emifree-8 ODS Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Emifree-8 ODS Tablet is recommended. However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emifree-8 ODS Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
