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Vorast, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection, Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The optimal dosage of Vorast is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Vorast side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Vorast go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vorast is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Vorast has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Vorast related warnings section.
Vorast 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 Vorast contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Vorast have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Vorast, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Vorast 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 Vorast is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Vorast safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Vorast without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Vorast safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Vorast for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Vorast on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Vorast on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vorast on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Vorast. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Vorast only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Vorast on the Heart?
Vorast may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Vorast 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 Vorast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vorast habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Vorast has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Vorast as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Vorast only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Vorast is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vorast
Taking Vorast with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vorast
Consumption of alcohol and Vorast together may have severe effects on your health.
Vorast 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, Vorast 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, Vorast 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, Vorast 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.
Yes, Vorast 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, Vorast 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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