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Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's

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Composition

ONDANSETRON-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Metsun Pharmochem

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

for this medicine

About Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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.

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's contains 'Ondanestron' that works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. As a result, Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's prevents the sensation of nausea and vomiting caused due to conditions like surgery, cancer chemotherapy, pregnancy or motion sickness.

Take Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's based on your medical condition. A person taking Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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 Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's, and even some of the unpleasant effects of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention.

The use of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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. Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consulting a doctor. Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's contains lactose so tell your doctor if you have an intolerance to some sugars.

Uses of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's

Treatment of Nausea, Vomiting.

Medicinal Benefits

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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. Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's acts by inhibiting the release of this serotonin, thereby preventing nausea and 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's

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

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. Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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 Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's as it may cause serious conditions. The liver patient should not take more than 8 mg of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's daily. Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consultation with a doctor. Taking Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's with apomorphine can cause a sharp dip in blood pressure, even leading to death, so avoid its intake together.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's may cause a serious reaction when used with certain medicines like pain killers (acetaminophen, tramadol, ibuprofen), anti-anxiety (pregabalin, lorazepam), and antiparkinson medicine (apomorphine). 

Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: The use of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's is restricted in people with hypokalemia (low potassium) and severe liver disease. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • TRAMADOL
  • IBUPROFEN
  • PREGABALIN
  • LORAZEPAM

Habit Forming

No

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. 

 

Special Advise

  • Do not use Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's with Apomorphine as it can cause a sudden fall of blood pressure leading to death or coma.

  • Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's contains 'phenylalanine' so if you have Phenylketonuria (PKU) avoid its intake. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Nausea/Vomiting: Nausea is an uneasy feeling in the stomach that may come and go in waves in which a person feels with a strong urge to vomit. It happens before vomiting. While vomiting is a natural response of the body in which a person wants to expel stomach contents from the mouth forcefully. It can be triggered by taste, anxiety, smell, pain, or irritation to the stomach. Usually, a person faces nausea and vomiting as the unpleasant effects of cancer therapy after chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is essential to control vomiting and nausea in cancer patients for performing everyday activities of the day. If not controlled, it can lead to mental changes, loss of appetite, malnutrition, and dehydration.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

One should avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's as this medicine can interact with alcohol and may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's could be used during pregnancy after consulting a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's could be used during breastfeeding after consulting a doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's may cause lightheadedness in the body, so a person taking Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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 Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's is allowed if prescribed by the doctor. However, in patients with severe liver problems should take a low dose of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's as much as possible. Do not take more than 8 mg of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's per day in case of liver disease.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

The use of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's is safe in patients dealing with kidney disorders. No dose adjustment is required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's should not be given to the children below 4 years of age. The use of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's is safe in children above 4 years of age if prescribed by the doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

PLOT NO 10, SR NO 180/6 SAFAYAL NAGER, HARSUL AURANGABAD Aurangabad MH 431001 IN
Other Info - OND0193

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FAQs

Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's is indicated in the treatment of nausea and vomiting.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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 Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's as it may cause serious conditions. The liver patient should not take more than 8 mg of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's daily. Taking Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's with apomorphine can cause a sharp dip in blood pressure, even leading to death, so avoid its intake together.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's is an anti-sickness medicine that takes about 1-2 hours to show its action.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's contains Ondansetron, an antiemetic drug.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's is ineffective in preventing nausea associated with motion sickness.
Before taking the Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's, 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, Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's might make you feel sleepy or tired.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's usually works quickly, usually within 30 minutes, but it can take up to two hours for the full effect.
Common side effects of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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 Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's do not require medical attention.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's was not found to be beneficial in the treatment of seasickness.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) that is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. As a result, Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's prevents the sensation of nausea and vomiting caused by conditions like surgery, cancer chemotherapy, pregnancy or motion sickness.
Yes, you can take Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's half an hour to 1 hour before meals.
If you forget to take a dose of Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's, 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.
Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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 Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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, Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's is not a steroid. Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's 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 Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Take it at the same time daily as it will help you to remember taking the medication.
Yes, Ondishan-4 Tablet 10's has also been prescribed during pregnancy to help with symptoms of nausea and vomiting in pregnancy.

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