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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:36 PM IST
Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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-2MG

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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.

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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. 

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. In some cases, Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml may cause headache, constipation, a feeling of warmth or flushing, redness, and irritation at the site of injection. Most of these side effects of Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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. Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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 Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml.

Uses of Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml

Prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting

Medicinal Benefits

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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, Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml can be used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by radiotherapy for cancer in adults.

Directions for Use

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml

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

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ondansetron, Palanosetron, Granisetron, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml should be given to children only in doses as advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight or body surface area. Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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 Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml may interact with anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine), antituberculosis drug (rifampicin), antibiotics (erythromycin), antifungal (ketoconazole), narcotic analgesics (tramadol, methadone), beta-blockers, anti-arrhythmic medicines, antidepressants (citalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline, escitalopram, duloxetine, venlafaxine), chemotherapy drugs (anthracyclines, trastuzumab) and antipsychotic (haloperidol).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have a blockage in the gut, liver or heart problems, imbalance of potassium, sodium and magnesium in the blood, inform your doctor before taking Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • TRAMADOL
  • CITALOPRAM
  • FLUOXETINE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • DULOXETINE
  • VENLAFAXINE
  • HALOPERIDOL

Habit Forming

No

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.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nausea and vomiting: Nausea is a feeling of uneasiness of 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. In short, nausea and vomiting are not diseases but are symptoms of many conditions like infections, motion sickness, an early stage of pregnancy, and gastroparesis (slow stomach emptying). A receptor located in the brain known as the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) controls vomiting.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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 Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml. 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 Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Driving

Safe

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml usually does not affect your driving ability. However, do not drive if you feel any discomfort.

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Liver

Caution

Take Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml may be safe to use in patients with kidney problems if prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml should be used in children only in doses advised by the doctor based on child’s body weight or body surface area.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

E, B 410 Western Edge 2, behind Metro Mall, Borivali, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400066
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FAQs

Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml belongs to a class of drugs called antiemetics used to prevent nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy.
Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml 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 Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml as it may increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml.
Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml may cause constipation as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver problems. However, inform your doctor if you have any liver problems before taking Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.
Yes, Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml may be used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. Ondican 4 Injection 4 ml blocks serotonin (a chemical) action which is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting.

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