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Ondet is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet, Syrup. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Ondet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Ondet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ondet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ondet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ondet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ondet related warnings section.
Ondet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Ondet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Ondet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Ondet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ondet 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 |
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ondet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ondet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ondet without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ondet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ondet on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Ondet on the Kidneys?
Using Ondet does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Ondet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Ondet. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Ondet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Ondet. 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.
Ondet 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 Ondet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ondet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ondet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ondet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ondet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ondet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ondet
It is safe to take Ondet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ondet
Consuming Ondet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Ondet can cause constipation. Some of the other side effects are a headache and dizziness. Constipation is a debilitating disorder which can be prevented by drinking a lot of water, eating more of fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, taking probiotic food, and avoiding dairy products.
No, Ondet 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.
Ondet is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Ondet 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.
Yes, it is safe to take Ondet for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of Ondet, more frequently or less frequently. It is important to follow the recommendations of your doctor completely.
Ondet 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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