Onamed 2mg Oral Drops
Manufacturer
Medsyn Lab Biotech
Salt Composition
Ondansetron (2mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Onamed 2mg Oral Drops 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
Oral Drops
Introduction
Onamed 2mg Oral Drops 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. Onamed 2mg Oral Drops 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 marked dropper and take it as directed. Onamed 2mg Oral Drops 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 Onamed 2mg Oral Drops does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Onamed 2mg Oral Drops 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
Onamed 2mg Oral Drops 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 Onamed 2mg Oral Drops just before the procedure helps block the effect of this chemical on vomiting centers of the brain and prevents vomiting.
Quick Tips
Onamed 2mg Oral Drops 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 Onamed 2mg Oral Drops used for?
Onamed 2mg Oral Drops is generally prescribed before major surgeries or chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions. It helps prevent vomiting after these procedures. It's also beneficial in treating nausea caused by stomach disorders, and your child’s doctor may prescribe it for a few days based on their condition.
What if my child takes too much Onamed 2mg Oral Drops?
Onamed 2mg Oral Drops is generally safe even with an accidental overdose. However, you must contact your child’s doctor immediately to be on the safer side. Overdose can lead to serious side effects like excessive sleepiness, agitation, rapid heartbeat, hypertension, flushing, dilated pupils, sweating, involuntary muscle jerks, uncontrolled eye movements, overactive reflexes, and seizures - collectively known as serotonin syndrome. Please consult the doctor without delay in case these symptoms appear.
How should Onamed 2mg Oral Drops be stored?
Onamed 2mg Oral Drops should be stored at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep them out of reach of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
What all medicines should my child avoid while taking Onamed 2mg Oral Drops?
It is advisable not to give Onamed 2mg Oral Drops along with antidepressant medications, apomorphine, anti-migraine medicines, painkillers, heart medications, and antibiotics like linezolid. Consult your child’s doctor for a definitive answer before administering any medication.
In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Call your child's doctor immediately if they experience symptoms of serotonin syndrome like irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomiting, inability to pass wind, pale or dark-colored urine, restlessness, and insomnia.
My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Onamed 2mg Oral Drops along with it?
Do not combine Onamed 2mg Oral Drops with medicines for depression or migraines as it can cause serotonin syndrome. Always consult your child’s doctor before administering any medication to your child.
