Onsett is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Onsett. 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.
While these are the most often observed Onsett side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Onsett are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Onsett is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Onsett related warnings talks about Onsett's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Onsett 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. The section on Onsett contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Onsett with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Onsett, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Onsett 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 Onsett safe for pregnant women?
Onsett is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Onsett safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Onsett on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Onsett on the Kidneys?
Using Onsett does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Onsett on the Liver?
Onsett can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Onsett on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Onsett. 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.
Onsett 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 Onsett unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onsett habit forming or addictive?
Onsett is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Onsett. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Onsett should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Onsett cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Onsett
It is safe to take Onsett with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onsett
Taking Onsett with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Onsett. Apply balms and take a mild painkiller if a headache is of throbbing nature. Additionally, headaches can be prevented by doing yoga and meditation, by keeping away from electronic gadgets and computers, by eating light food and listening to relaxing music.
Yes, Onsett 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.
Yes, Onsett 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.
Onsett is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Onsett has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. The initial dose is usually taken half an hour before chemotherapy, 1 to 2 hours before radiation therapy and 1 hour before a surgery. Additional doses can be suggested by the doctor as per the individual requirements.
No, Onsett is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
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