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Onsopil is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Onsopil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Onsopil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Onsopil are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Onsopil's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Onsopil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Onsopil related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of Onsopil since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Onsopil have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Onsopil with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Onsopil is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Onsopil is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Onsopil safe for pregnant women?
Onsopil is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Onsopil safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Onsopil for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Onsopil on the Kidneys?
Onsopil does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Onsopil on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Onsopil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Onsopil on the Heart?
Onsopil can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Onsopil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Onsopil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onsopil habit forming or addictive?
Onsopil is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Onsopil. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Onsopil only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Onsopil is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Onsopil
Taking Onsopil with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onsopil
Taking Onsopil with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Onsopil belongs to a class of compounds known as 5 -HT3 receptor antagonists. It blocks the action of serotonin completely at the 5-HT3 receptor sites present in our brain (vomiting centre) which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
Onsopil must be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not take more or less of it as it may cause side effects or disease relapse.
Onsopil is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Onsopil has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. The initial dose is usually taken half an hour before chemotherapy, 1 to 2 hours before radiation therapy and 1 hour before a surgery. Additional doses can be suggested by the doctor as per the individual requirements.
Yes, Onsopil is usually administered before and after surgery for treating post-anesthesia shivering (PAS) and nausea. PAS is a condition in which tremors of head, neck, trunk, shoulder, and extremities. It greatly reduces the quality of life of a patient since it causes discomfort and increases pain. It disturbs surgical care and increases the stress on cardiopulmonary functions. Hence as a precautionary measure, this medicine is administered to prevent unpleasant anesthetic effects.
Yes, Onsopil can cause constipation. Some of the other side effects are a headache and dizziness. Constipation is a debilitating disorder which can be prevented by drinking a lot of water, eating more of fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, taking probiotic food, and avoiding dairy products.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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