Ondiwel 4mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Welkind Pharma
Salt Composition
Ondansetron (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ondiwel 4mg Tablet is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions like stomach upset.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ondiwel 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.
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. Ondiwel 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Ondiwel 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 Ondiwel 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. If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
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Frequently asked questions
How quickly does Ondiwel 4mg Tablet work?
Ondiwel 4mg Tablet starts working within 30 minutes to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and begins showing its effect.
What are the side effects of Ondiwel 4mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Ondiwel 4mg Tablet include constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, and headache. However, these usually subside over time without intervention and do not require medical attention.
When should you take Ondiwel 4mg Tablet?
Ondiwel 4mg Tablet should be taken with a full glass of water, with or without food. It should be used exactly as per the dosage and duration advised by your doctor. Generally, the first dose of Ondiwel 4mg Tablet is administered before surgical procedures, chemotherapy, or radiation therapy.
Is Ondiwel 4mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Ondiwel 4mg Tablet is an antiemetic and not a steroid. It is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist used for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting often observed following surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.
Does Ondiwel 4mg Tablet work for seasickness?
No, Ondiwel 4mg Tablet does not effectively treat seasickness. This is because Ondiwel 4mg Tablet has a limited effect on nausea associated with motion sickness.
