Novatron Information
Novatron is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The optimal dosage of Novatron is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Novatron side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Novatron normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Novatron is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Novatron has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Novatron related warnings section.
Novatron is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Novatron contraindications section.
Besides this, Novatron may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Novatron is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Novatron Benefits & Uses
Novatron is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)
Novatron Dosage & How to Take
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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Novatron Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Novatron is used -
Moderate
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Urine Retention
Mild
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
- Chills
- Agitation
- Drowsiness
- Diarrhoea
- Injection Site Allergic Reaction
- Rash
- Paresthesia
Novatron Related Warnings
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Is the use of Novatron safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Novatron without worrying about any side effects.
Safe -
Is the use of Novatron safe during breastfeeding?
Novatron has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
Mild -
What is the effect of Novatron on the Kidneys?
Novatron is completely safe for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Novatron on the Liver?
Novatron may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Novatron on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Novatron. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Novatron with Other Drugs
Novatron should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
- Healthy Life Amiodarone 100 Tablet
- Healthy Life Amiodarone 200 Tablet
- Cordarone Tablet
- Cordarone X Tablet
Moderate
Novatron Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Novatron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Liver Disease
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
Frequently asked Questions about Novatron
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Is this Novatron habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Novatron has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Novatron you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Novatron only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Novatron for mental disorders.
No
Novatron Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Novatron
You can take Novatron with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Novatron
Consumption of alcohol and Novatron together may have severe effects on your health.
Severe
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This medicine data has been created by -
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