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Onkam Tablet Information

Onkam Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Onkam Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Onkam Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Onkam Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Onkam Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Onkam Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Additionally, Onkam Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Onkam Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Onkam Tablet Benefits & Uses

Onkam Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Onkam 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

Onkam Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Onkam Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Onkam safely.

Safe
Is the use of Onkam Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Onkam Tablet on the Kidneys?

Using Onkam does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Onkam Tablet on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Onkam Tablet on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Onkam. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Onkam Tablet Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Onkam Tablet

Is this Onkam Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Onkam Tablet has not been reported.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Onkam Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Onkam Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Onkam Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Onkam Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onkam Tablet

Taking Onkam Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Onkam Tablet

Consuming Onkam Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Onkam Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

How does Onkam work?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Onkam 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 over 4 years ago

Can Onkam be used for anxiety?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Onkam can be used for the symptom alleviation in anxiety, however, more clinical trials are needed to confirm this association. Anxiety can also be effectively managed by breathing deeply, practicing meditation, and not taking much stress. In case of severe anxiety please speak to your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Onkam safe for children?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Onkam is safe to be used in children from 6 months to 12 years of age. Apart from preventing nausea and vomiting related to chemotherapy and radiation, Onkam can be used in this population group for managing acute gastritis. Acute gastritis presents itself as a self-limited infection with vomiting leading to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Always check with a child specialist and do not administer this drug yourself.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Onkam cause drowsiness?

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

Yes, Onkam 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 4 years ago

Can Onkam be taken with pantoprazole?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Onkam can be taken with pantoprazole as there are no records of any drug interaction. Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor which is used for treating acidity. Acidity can be managed by avoiding eating acidic and spicy foods, avoiding smoking, and avoiding sleep within 3 hours of taking meals.