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Onwon 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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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Onwon is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Onwon safe for pregnant women?
Onwon is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Onwon safe during breastfeeding?
Onwon has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Onwon on the Kidneys?
Onwon does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Onwon on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Onwon. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Onwon on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Onwon. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Onwon 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 Onwon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onwon habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Onwon is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Onwon as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Onwon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Onwon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Onwon
Taking Onwon with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onwon
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Onwon as it can have severe side effects.
No, Onwon is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Yes, Onwon 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.
Yes, headache is one of the common side effects of Onwon. 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.
No, Onwon 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.
Onwon is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Onwon 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
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