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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Egatron 4 Tablet DT is used in the prevention of vomiting and nausea that usually occur after cancer chemotherapy, radiation treatment or surgery. It contains Ondanestron, which works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. It may cause side effects such as feeling of warmth, constipation, headache, diarrhoea, headache, drowsiness, feeling of tiredness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

ONDANSETRON-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Snu Biocare

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Egatron 4 Tablet DT

Egatron 4 Tablet DT belongs to a group of medications called ' anti-emetics' primarily used in the prevention of vomiting (being sick) and nausea (feeling sick) that usually occur after cancer chemotherapy, radiation treatment or surgery. Nausea is an uneasy feeling in which a person feels an urge to vomit while vomiting is the natural response to the body to forcefully discharge the stomach contents.

Egatron 4 Tablet DT contains 'Ondanestron' that works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. As a result, Egatron 4 Tablet DT prevents the sensation of nausea and vomiting caused due to conditions like surgery, cancer chemotherapy, pregnancy or motion sickness.

Take Egatron 4 Tablet DT as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Egatron 4 Tablet DT based on your medical condition. A person taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT often experience side effects that include a feeling of warmth, constipation, headache, diarrhoea, headache, drowsiness, feeling of tiredness. Although, not every person faces the side effects of Egatron 4 Tablet DT, and even some of the unpleasant effects of Egatron 4 Tablet DT do not require medical attention.

The use of Egatron 4 Tablet DT is restricted in persons who are allergic to any of the ingredients present in this medicine. Tell your doctor if you are facing liver, kidney, or heart disorders. Egatron 4 Tablet DT should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consulting a doctor. Egatron 4 Tablet DT contains lactose so tell your doctor if you have an intolerance to some sugars.

Uses of Egatron 4 Tablet DT

Treatment of Nausea, Vomiting.

Directions for Use

Tablet: It can be taken with or without a meal as advised by the doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Oral disintegrating tablet/Mouth dissolving tablet (tablet MD): Check the label for directions before use. Do not handle the tablet with wet hands. Place the tablet in the mouth and allow it to dissolve. Do not swallow it as a whole.

Medicinal Benefits

Egatron 4 Tablet DT belongs to a group of medications called anti-emetics used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with conditions like cancer chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, pregnancy and motion sickness in adults and children above 4 years of age. When serotonin level increases in the blood, it stimulates the CTZ receptor (chemoreceptor trigger zone) located in the brain responsible for controlling nausea and vomiting. Egatron 4 Tablet DT acts by inhibiting the release of this serotonin, thereby preventing nausea and vomiting. 

How Egatron 4 Tablet DT Works

Egatron 4 Tablet DT contains 'Ondanestron' that works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. As a result, Egatron 4 Tablet DT prevents the sensation of nausea and vomiting caused due to conditions like surgery, cancer chemotherapy, pregnancy or motion sickness.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Egatron 4 Tablet DT

  • Sensations of flushing
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Confusion
  • Dizziness
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Shortness of breath
  • Weakness

What if I have taken an overdose of Egatron 4 Tablet DT

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Egatron 4 Tablet DT as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include sudden loss of vision for a short time, irregular heartbeat, constipation, fainting, dizziness or lightheadedness. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are dealing with an uneven heart, liver problems, or any other problem. Tell your doctor if you are taking medicine for epilepsy, cancer medicines, and abnormal heartbeats. Egatron 4 Tablet DT may affect a person's ability to drive. Therefore, should avoid driving or operating any machine. People with an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), and phenylketonuria (too much of protein phenylalanine in the blood) should not take Egatron 4 Tablet DT as it may cause serious conditions. The liver patient should not take more than 8 mg of Egatron 4 Tablet DT daily. Egatron 4 Tablet DT should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consultation with a doctor. Taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT with apomorphine can cause a sharp dip in blood pressure, even leading to death, so avoid its intake together.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OndansetronZiprasidone
Critical
OndansetronVenlafaxine
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OndansetronZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
Taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OndansetronVenlafaxine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
When Egatron 4 Tablet DT is taken with venlafaxine, it can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT along with venlafaxine can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronTapentadol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
Using Tapentadol together with Egatron 4 Tablet DT might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT along with tapentadol can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, a shaking sensation, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, see a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronSumatriptan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
Using Egatron 4 Tablet DT together with Sumatriptan might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Egatron 4 Tablet DT along with sumatriptan can lead to an interaction, it should be taken only if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, a shaking sensation, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, see a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronDuloxetine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
Taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT with duloxetine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT with duloxetine can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OndansetronRibociclib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
Taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT with ribociclib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Egatron 4 Tablet DT along with ribociclib can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronCitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
When Egatron 4 Tablet DT, is taken with citalopram, the risk of serotonin syndrome increases. (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Egatron 4 Tablet DT along with citalopram can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea while taking these medications, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronOlanzapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
The combined use of Egatron 4 Tablet DT and Olanzapine can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Egatron 4 Tablet DT and Olanzapine can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, diarrhea, or vomiting, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OndansetronMilnacipran
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
When Egatron 4 Tablet DT, is taken with milnacipran it can cause serotonin syndrome. (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Egatron 4 Tablet DT along with milnacipran can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, a shaking sensation, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, see a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronVandetanib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Egatron 4 Tablet DT:
Taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT with vandetanib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT along with vandetanib can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A person should take a healthy diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables, lean meats, skinless poultry, nuts, fish, whole grains, plant-based oils, and low-fat dairy products will help to keep a person in good health and avoid chances of nausea and vomiting. 

  • One should avoid taking greasy or oily foods as this food triggers nausea and vomit.

  • Eat cool foods instead of hot and spicy foods.

  • Include clear broths, non-fat yoghurt, fruit juice, sherbet, and sports drinks for fluid make up which has got lost due to vomiting. 

 

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIEMETICS

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Alcohol

Unsafe

One should avoid consuming alcohol while taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT as this medicine can interact with alcohol and may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Egatron 4 Tablet DT could be used during pregnancy after consulting a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Egatron 4 Tablet DT could be used during breastfeeding after consulting a doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Egatron 4 Tablet DT may cause lightheadedness in the body, so a person taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT should avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery or tasks that require mental alertness.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

In persons dealing with liver problems, the use of Egatron 4 Tablet DT is allowed if prescribed by the doctor. However, in patients with severe liver problems should take a low dose of Egatron 4 Tablet DT as much as possible. Do not take more than 8 mg of Egatron 4 Tablet DT per day in case of liver disease.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

The use of Egatron 4 Tablet DT is safe in patients dealing with kidney disorders. No dose adjustment is required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Egatron 4 Tablet DT should not be given to the children below 4 years of age. The use of Egatron 4 Tablet DT is safe in children above 4 years of age if prescribed by the doctor.

FAQs

Egatron 4 Tablet DT is indicated in the treatment of nausea and vomiting.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT may cause changes in the vision, so one should avoid driving or operating any machine that required mental alertness.
People with an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), and phenylketonuria (too much of protein phenylalanine in the blood) should not take Egatron 4 Tablet DT as it may cause serious conditions. The liver patient should not take more than 8 mg of Egatron 4 Tablet DT daily. Taking Egatron 4 Tablet DT with apomorphine can cause a sharp dip in blood pressure, even leading to death, so avoid its intake together.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT is an anti-sickness medicine that takes about 1-2 hours to show its action.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT contains Ondansetron, an antiemetic drug.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT is ineffective in preventing nausea associated with motion sickness.
Before taking the Egatron 4 Tablet DT, let your doctor know about all your medical conditions, sensitivities, and medications you are using. Also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Yes, Egatron 4 Tablet DT might make you feel sleepy or tired.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT usually works quickly, usually within 30 minutes, but it can take up to two hours for the full effect.
Common side effects of Egatron 4 Tablet DT may include warmth, constipation, headache, diarrhoea, drowsiness, and tiredness. However, not every person faces these side effects, and even some of the unpleasant effects of Egatron 4 Tablet DT do not require medical attention.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT was not found to be beneficial in the treatment of seasickness.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) that is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. As a result, Egatron 4 Tablet DT prevents the sensation of nausea and vomiting caused by conditions like surgery, cancer chemotherapy, pregnancy or motion sickness.
Yes, you can take Egatron 4 Tablet DT half an hour to 1 hour before meals.
If you forget to take a dose of Egatron 4 Tablet DT, take it as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your regular dose. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Egatron 4 Tablet DT may cause changes in the vision, so one should avoid driving or operating any machine that requires mental alertness.
Suppose you took more than the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. Signs and symptoms of an overdose of Egatron 4 Tablet DT may include constipation, dizziness or lightheadedness, fainting, irregular heartbeat, and sudden loss of vision for a short time. Seek immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms or think you have taken too much. Do this even if there are no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
No, Egatron 4 Tablet DT is not a steroid. Egatron 4 Tablet DT belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-emetics.
While specific dosing instructions will vary depending on your individual needs and medical history. Always follow your doctor's prescribed dosage and timing for taking these medications.
Take Egatron 4 Tablet DT exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Take it at the same time daily as it will help you to remember taking the medication.
Yes, Egatron 4 Tablet DT has also been prescribed during pregnancy to help with symptoms of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.

Country of origin

India
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