Ondigo 4 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ondigo 4 Tablet Information

Ondigo 4 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ondigo 4 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Ondigo 4 Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ondigo 4 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Ondigo 4 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ondigo 4 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ondigo 4 Tablet related warnings section.

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

Drug reaction of Ondigo 4 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ondigo 4 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Ondigo Benefits & Uses
Ondigo Dosage & How to Take
Ondigo Side Effects
Ondigo Related Warnings
Ondigo Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ondigo
Ondigo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ondigo 4 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Ondigo 4 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Ondigo 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

Ondigo 4 Tablet Related Warnings

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

Pregnant women can take Ondigo without worrying about any side effects.

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

Side effects of Ondigo for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

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

Ondigo is not harmful for kidneys.

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

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

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

The heart can be affected by Ondigo. 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

Ondigo 4 Tablet Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Ondigo 4 Tablet

Is this Ondigo 4 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ondigo 4 Tablet.

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

After taking Ondigo 4 Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ondigo 4 Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ondigo 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?

There is no benefit of taking Ondigo 4 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Ondigo 4 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ondigo 4 Tablet

It is safe to take Ondigo 4 Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondigo 4 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ondigo 4 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ondigo 4 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

What is Ondigo?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Ondigo 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Ondigo cause drowsiness?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Ondigo may cause drowsiness because this drug has been reported to induce sleep. Ensure you do not drive or do some high precision work. To avoid excessive drowsiness with this medicine you are encouraged to take adequate night-time sleep, keeping distractions out of the bedroom, going to sleep and getting up at consistent times, eating light at lunchtime, putting in some form of a physical activity, avoiding taking naps during the day, and avoiding alcohol at night.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Ondigo work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Ondigo 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Ondigo be taken with tramadol?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Ondigo 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Ondigo an antibiotic?

Dr. Yogesh Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Ondigo is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.