Belongs to the group of medications called selective 5-HT3 antagonists.
Treats nausea and vomiting caused by medical treatments such as cancer chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery.
Important Information
Do not take if you are allergic to ondansetron or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
Do not take if you have ever had any allergic reaction with other anti-emetics.
Do not take if you are taking apomorphine (a medicine used to treat Parkinson’s disease).
Inform your physician if you have any blockage in your gut or suffer from severe constipation.
Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, liver problems, Parkinson’s disease, and any problems with the levels of salts in your blood, such as potassium, magnesium, and sodium.
Do not take if you are pregnant.
Uses
Treats nausea and vomiting.
Therapeutic Effects
Works by blocking 5-HT3 receptors peripherally on vagal nerve terminals and centrally in the chemoreceptor trigger zone.
Blocks the action of serotonin, a natural substance that may cause nausea and vomiting.
Interaction with Other Drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products.
Certain medications may interact with the effects of Ondawem injection 2ml and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information
Protect the medicines from direct light.
Keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets.
How to Consume
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease condition, severity, and other factors.
Ondawem injection 2ml will be given to you by a healthcare administrator.
Do not self-administer this medicine.
Safety Advices
Pregnancy: Do not use during pregnancy because this can cause severe birth defects.
Breast Feeding: Do not breastfeed during the treatment with Ondawem injection 2ml.
Lungs: It is unknown whether Ondawem injection 2ml can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver: It is unknown whether Ondawem injection 2ml can be used in patients with liver disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any liver diseases before starting the treatment.
Alcohol: It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol when taking Ondawem injection 2ml. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Driving: It does not affect the ability to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ondawem injection 2ml because you may feel dizzy, drowsy, or get blurred vision.
Side Effects
Common: Constipation, diarrhea, headache, hypoxia, general tiredness or weakness.
Serious: Allergic reactions, injection site reactions, abnormal heartbeat.
Word of Advice
If you forgot to receive the injection, contact your healthcare professional and reschedule it as soon as you remember.
Inform your physician immediately if you face any allergic reactions such as sudden wheezing and chest pain or tightness, swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, mouth, tongue, difficulty breathing, skin rashes, or temporary loss of vision after receiving this medicine.
Do not stop taking this medicine unless your doctor tells you to.
FAQs
Can Ondawem injection 2ml be used for morning sickness during pregnancy?
Do not use Ondawem injection 2ml during the first trimester of pregnancy. This is because this medicine can slightly increase the risk of a baby being born with a cleft lip and cleft palate.
What are the possible serious side effects associated with Ondawem injection 2ml?
The serious side effects of Ondawem injection 2ml are the injection site reactions, abnormal heartbeat and allergic reactions such as sudden wheezing and chest pain or tightness, swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, mouth tongue, difficulty breathing, skin rashes, and temporary loss of vision.
How long does it take for Ondawem injection 2ml to work?
Ondawem injection 2ml usually starts working within 30 minutes to 2 hours after taking a dose. The exact timing may vary depending on individual factors and the underlying condition being treated.
Can I drive or operate machinery while taking Ondawem injection 2ml?
Ondawem injection 2ml is generally not associated with sedative effects or impairment of cognitive function. However, individual responses may vary. It is advisable to assess your personal reaction to the medication before driving or operating machinery, especially if you experience any dizziness or drowsiness.
How does Ondawem injection 2ml work?
Ondawem injection 2ml is a selective serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonist. It works by blocking the action of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that triggers the vomiting reflex in the brain. By inhibiting serotonin, this injection helps to prevent nausea and vomiting.
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