Vomikool 4 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The optimal dosage of Vomikool 4 Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vomikool 4 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Vomikool 4 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Vomikool 4 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Vomikool 4 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vomikool 4 Tablet related warnings section.
Vomikool 4 Tablet 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 Vomikool 4 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Vomikool 4 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Vomikool 4 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Vomikool 4 Tablet 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 Vomikool 4 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Vomikool in pregnant women.
Is the use of Vomikool 4 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Vomikool has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Vomikool 4 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Vomikool is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Vomikool 4 Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Vomikool. 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 Vomikool 4 Tablet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Vomikool. 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vomikool 4 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vomikool 4 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Vomikool 4 Tablet has not been reported.
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 Vomikool 4 Tablet can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Vomikool 4 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Vomikool 4 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Vomikool 4 Tablet
Taking Vomikool 4 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vomikool 4 Tablet
Consumption of alcohol and Vomikool 4 Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Vomikool 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, Vomikool 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, Vomikool 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.
Vomikool 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.
Yes, Vomikool 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.
Vomikool must be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. You must not take more or less of it as it may cause side effects or disease relapse.
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