Navoset 4mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Medisun Pharma
Salt Composition
Ondansetron (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Navoset 4mg Tablet is an antiemetic medicine used to control nausea and vomiting due to medical conditions like stomach upset, surgery, cancer drug therapy, or radiotherapy.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Navoset 4mg Tablet may be used alone or with other medications and can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will suggest the appropriate dose depending on what you are taking it for. The first dose is normally taken before the start of surgery, chemotherapy, or radiotherapy. After these treatments, take any further doses as prescribed by your doctor (normally only for a few days at most). Take it regularly at the same time(s) each day to get the most benefit. Be careful not to take too much. This medicine does not relieve other side effects associated with cancer treatments. Also, it has little effect on vomiting caused by motion sickness. The most common side effects of taking this medicine include headache, diarrhea, or constipation and feeling tired. These symptoms should disappear when you stop taking the medicine. However, if these side effects bother you or do not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them. Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have heart or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach or intestines. Also, tell your doctor about any other medicines you might be taking, especially medicines to treat epilepsy, heart problems, cancer, and depression. These may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask for advice from your doctor.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Navoset 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Navoset 4mg Tablet is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Navoset 4mg Tablet for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy. It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes. If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose. Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the onset of action of Navoset 4mg Tablet?
Navoset 4mg Tablet typically starts working within 30 minutes to 2 hours. It rapidly dissolves into the bloodstream and begins to show its effect.
What are the possible side effects of Navoset 4mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Navoset 4mg Tablet include constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, and headache. These symptoms are usually mild and temporary, but if they persist or concern you, consult your doctor.
How should I take Navoset 4mg Tablet?
Take Navoset 4mg Tablet with a full glass of water, either on an empty stomach or with food. Use it exactly as directed by your doctor, usually taking the first dose before surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment.
Is Navoset 4mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Navoset 4mg Tablet is an antiemetic medication and not a steroid. It works as a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting caused by surgery or cancer chemotherapy.
Can Navoset 4mg Tablet help with seasickness?
No, Navoset 4mg Tablet is not effective for treating seasickness, as it does not significantly impact the nausea associated with motion sickness.
