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Ondachek is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Ondachek depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ondachek have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Ondachek are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Ondachek's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Ondachek's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ondachek is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ondachek have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ondachek may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ondachek is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ondachek 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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Is the use of Ondachek safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ondachek without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ondachek safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ondachek on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ondachek on the Kidneys?
Ondachek is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ondachek on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ondachek. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ondachek only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ondachek on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Ondachek. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Ondachek 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 Ondachek unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ondachek habit forming or addictive?
Ondachek is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ondachek as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ondachek is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ondachek for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ondachek
Taking Ondachek with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondachek
Consuming Ondachek with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Ondachek 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, Ondachek can be taken for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting a lot of people. It causes gas, abdominal discomfort and changes in the bowel movement like diarrhea or constipation. The disease can be controlled by altering the diet and eating more of fibre and less of fats, alcohol, caffeine and spicy food. Increasing physical activity and reducing stress can also help greatly.
Yes, it is safe to take Ondachek for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of Ondachek, more frequently or less frequently. It is important to follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Ondachek is a brand name for ondansetron. It belongs to a class of compounds known as serotonin type 3 receptor antagonists. It is available in the form of tablet and injection. It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by anti-cancer drugs, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent post-surgical nausea and vomiting.
No, Ondachek should not be ideally taken with tramadol as the action of both the drugs decreases upon concomitant use. Tramadol is an opioid medication used to treat mild to moderate pain. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 947-948
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 668
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zofran (ondansetron hydrochloride)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zofran® (ondansetron hydrochloride)
