Alset 2mg Syrup
Manufacturer
Alpha Lab
Salt Composition
Ondansetron (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Alset 2mg Syrup is a medicine given to children to help treat nausea and vomiting. It is mainly given to treat nausea and vomiting associated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and stomach/intestinal infection.
Dosage Form
Syrup
Introduction
Alset 2mg Syrup may be given before or after meals. To control vomiting caused due to chemotherapy, give this medicine to your child 30 minutes before the procedure. Give it 1 to 2 hours before a radiotherapy session and 1 hour before surgery to prevent your child from vomiting post these procedures. If your child expels out the medicine within 30 minutes of the intake, help your child calm down and repeat the dose. Do not double the dose if it is already time for the next dose. Alset 2mg Syrup may cause some temporary side effects such as headache, constipation, diarrhea, and fatigue. These side effects usually subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. In case these side effects persist or become bothersome, do reach out to the doctor on a priority basis.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Alset 2mg Syrup may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Consuming alcohol with Alset 2mg Syrup does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Alset 2mg Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Alset 2mg Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Codeine Dextropropoxyphene Nalbuphine Pentazocine
How it works
During radiotherapy, chemotherapy, abdominal infection, or any major surgeries, the dead cells in the body start releasing a chemical called serotonin directly into the blood. Later, this stimulates special centers in the body that are responsible for inducing vomiting in your child. Giving Alset 2mg Syrup just before the procedure helps block the effect of this chemical on vomiting centers of the brain and prevents vomiting.
Quick Tips
Alset 2mg Syrup effectively controls nausea and bouts of vomiting reflex in children undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy sessions. It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes. Practice self-care measures: Give plenty of fluids to your child to avoid dehydration, Avoid giving fried and spicy food or heavy meals to your child, Ensure that your child eats slowly and in small proportions.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Alset 2mg Syrup used for?
Alset 2mg Syrup is typically prescribed by a doctor to prevent vomiting that may occur after major surgery, chemotherapy, or radiotherapy sessions. It can also be used to treat vomiting caused by stomach diseases, as directed by the child's doctor.
What if my child takes too much Alset 2mg Syrup?
While an accidental overdose of Alset 2mg Syrup is unlikely to cause harm, it is essential to consult the child's doctor immediately. Excessive intake can lead to serious side effects such as serotonin syndrome, characterized by symptoms like excessive sleepiness, agitation, rapid heartbeat, and seizures.
How should Alset 2mg Syrup be stored?
Alset 2mg Syrup should be stored at room temperature in a dry place away from direct heat and light. It is also crucial to keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid accidental intake.
What all medicines should my child avoid while taking Alset 2mg Syrup?
It is generally advised not to give Alset 2mg Syrup along with antidepressant medications, apomorphine, anti-migraine medications, painkillers, heart medications, and antibiotics like linezolid. However, it is best to consult the child's doctor before making any conclusions.
In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Call your child's doctor immediately if symptoms of serotonin syndrome appear, such as irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomiting, inability to pass wind, pale skin and eyes, dark-colored urine, restlessness, and insomnia.
My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Alset 2mg Syrup along with it?
Avoid combining Alset 2mg Syrup with medications meant to treat depression or migraines as this can lead to serotonin syndrome. Consult the child's doctor before administering any medicine to your child.
