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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Nucetran 2Ml Inj is an antiemetic medication used in the treatmnet and prevention of nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy. This medication contains ondansetron which functions by inhibiting the activity of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that activates the brain's vomiting center (chemoreceptor trigger zone, or CTZ).
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Composition :

ONDANSETRON-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Synergy Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Nucetran 2Ml Inj

Nucetran 2Ml Inj is an antiemetic used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy. Nausea is a feeling of uneasiness in the stomach that often comes before vomiting. On the other hand, vomiting is the forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.

Nucetran 2Ml Inj contains Ondansetron which works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting. 

Nucetran 2Ml Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. In some cases, Nucetran 2Ml Inj may cause headache, constipation, a feeling of warmth or flushing, redness, and irritation at the site of injection. Most of these side effects of Nucetran 2Ml Inj do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Ondansetron, Palanosetron, Granisetron, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Nucetran 2Ml Inj should be given to children only in doses advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight or body surface area. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you must inform your doctor before receiving Nucetran 2Ml Inj.

Uses of Nucetran 2Ml Inj

Prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting

Directions for Use

Nucetran 2Ml Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Nucetran 2Ml Inj contains Ondansetron that blocks the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in adults and children and also after surgery. Additionally, Nucetran 2Ml Inj can be used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by radiotherapy for cancer in adults.

How Nucetran 2Ml Inj Works

Nucetran 2Ml Inj contains Ondansetron which works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Nucetran 2Ml Inj

  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • A feeling of warmth or flushing
  • Redness and irritation at the site of injection

What if I have taken an overdose of Nucetran 2Ml Inj

Nucetran 2Ml Inj is administered by a health care professional in a hospital setting. Hence, the chances of overdose are less. Symptoms of overdose may include sudden loss of vision, severe constipation, feeling light-headed, or fainting. There is no specific antidote for Ondansetron overdose. Your doctor may take necessary measures if an overdose is suspected.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ondansetron, Palanosetron, Granisetron, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Nucetran 2Ml Inj should be given to children only in doses as advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight or body surface area. Nucetran 2Ml Inj should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consultation with a doctor. If you have problems with levels of sodium, magnesium, and potassium salts in your blood, inform your doctor before taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OndansetronZiprasidone
Critical
OndansetronNortriptyline
Severe

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OndansetronZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
Taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj 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.
OndansetronNortriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
Using Nortriptyline together with Nucetran 2Ml Inj can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with nortriptyline 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, heart palpitations, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, a shaking sensation, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronOsimertinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
Taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj with Osimertinib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with Osimertinib 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.
OndansetronParoxetine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
When Nucetran 2Ml Inj is taken with paroxetine, can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with paroxetine can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, confusion, hallucination, fits, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, or fast or rapid heartbeats during therapy, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medication without consulting a doctor.
OndansetronTranylcypromine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
When Nucetran 2Ml Inj, is taken with tranylcypromine it increases the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with tranylcypromine 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.
OndansetronMethadone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
Taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj with methadone increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with methadone can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronDisopyramide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
Taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj with disopyramide increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with disopyramide can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronLithium
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
Taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj with lithium 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 Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with lithium can result in an interaction but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and loose stools, or fast or rapid heartbeats during therapy, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
OndansetronProtriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
When Nucetran 2Ml Inj is taken with protriptyline, it can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (Serotonin syndrome is a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with protriptyline can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, or fast or rapid heartbeats during therapy, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Nucetran 2Ml Inj:
Taking ceritinib together with Nucetran 2Ml Inj can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Nucetran 2Ml Inj along with ceritinib can result in an interaction, 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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and a low-fat diet, especially in small portions, as it will be easy for digestion. Avoid eating over-sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting.

  • Drink any other liquid at least 30 minutes after eating food. 

  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do the cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

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No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj as this medicine can interact with alcohol and may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

If you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Driving

Safe

Nucetran 2Ml Inj usually does not affect your driving ability. However, do not drive if you feel any discomfort.

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Liver

Caution

Take Nucetran 2Ml Inj with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Nucetran 2Ml Inj may be safe to use in patients with kidney problems if prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Nucetran 2Ml Inj should be used in children only in doses advised by the doctor based on child’s body weight or body surface area.

FAQs

Nucetran 2Ml Inj belongs to a class of drugs called antiemetics used to prevent nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy.
Nucetran 2Ml Inj works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting.
You are not recommended to take erythromycin with Nucetran 2Ml Inj as it may increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Nucetran 2Ml Inj.
Nucetran 2Ml Inj may cause constipation as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
Nucetran 2Ml Inj should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver problems. However, inform your doctor if you have any liver problems before taking Nucetran 2Ml Inj so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.
Yes, Nucetran 2Ml Inj may be used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. Nucetran 2Ml Inj blocks serotonin (a chemical) action which is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

D.NO. 76-12-1/1, FIRST FLOOR DHOLPHIN BAR ROAD BHAVANIPURAM VIJAYAWADA 520012 (A.P)
Other Info - NUC0074

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