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Onstal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Onstal depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Onstal as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Onstal 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Onstal is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Onstal has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Onstal related warnings section.
Onstal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Onstal in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. Some other conditions that can be affected by Onstal are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Onstal with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Onstal is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Onstal 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 Onstal safe for pregnant women?
Onstal is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Onstal safe during breastfeeding?
Onstal has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Onstal on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Onstal on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Onstal on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Onstal. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Onstal only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Onstal on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Onstal. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Onstal 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 Onstal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onstal habit forming or addictive?
Onstal is not addictive in nature.
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 Onstal can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Onstal should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Onstal is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Onstal
Taking Onstal with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onstal
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Onstal as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Onstal 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.
No, Onstal 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.
Yes, Onstal 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.
Yes, Onstal 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, Onstal 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.
Yes, Onstal 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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