Ondenset 4 Tablet Information

Ondenset 4 Tablet 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 Ondenset 4 Tablet 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Ondenset 4 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ondenset 4 Tablet 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.

It is also important to note that Ondenset 4 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ondenset 4 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Ondenset 4 Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ondenset 4 Tablet in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ondenset 4 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Ondenset 4 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Ondenset 4 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Ondenset Benefits & Uses
Ondenset Dosage & How to Take
Ondenset Side Effects
Ondenset Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ondenset with Other Drugs
Ondenset Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ondenset
Ondenset Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ondenset 4 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ondenset 4 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Ondenset 4 Tablet 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	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Give first dose 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy

Ondenset 4 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ondenset 4 Tablet 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

Ondenset 4 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Ondenset 4 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Ondenset safely.

Safe
Is the use of Ondenset 4 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Ondenset on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Ondenset 4 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Ondenset is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ondenset 4 Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Ondenset. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ondenset only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ondenset 4 Tablet on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Ondenset. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Ondenset 4 Tablet with Other Drugs

Ondenset 4 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Tramadol

Sotalol

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Moderate

Aripiprazole

Asenapine

Ondenset 4 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ondenset 4 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Ondenset 4 Tablet

Is this Ondenset 4 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ondenset 4 Tablet has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ondenset 4 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ondenset 4 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ondenset 4 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Ondenset 4 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ondenset 4 Tablet

Taking Ondenset 4 Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondenset 4 Tablet

Taking alcohol with Ondenset 4 Tablet can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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