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Odsetron is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. 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 Odsetron. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Odsetron have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Odsetron go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Odsetron's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Odsetron's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Odsetron 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Odsetron contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Odsetron with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Odsetron is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Odsetron 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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Is the use of Odsetron safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Odsetron without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Odsetron safe during breastfeeding?
Odsetron may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Odsetron on the Kidneys?
Odsetron is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Odsetron on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Odsetron. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Odsetron only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Odsetron on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Odsetron. 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.
Odsetron 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 Odsetron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Odsetron habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Odsetron is addictive.
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 Odsetron can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Odsetron is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Odsetron is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Odsetron
It is safe to take Odsetron with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Odsetron
Taking alcohol with Odsetron can be dangerous.
Yes, Odsetron 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, Odsetron 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.
Odsetron 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.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Odsetron on your own. Discontinuing Odsetron may lead to unwanted side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy such as excessive vomiting. You must speak to your doctor first as this will help you to take an informed decision.
Yes, Odsetron 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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