Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup
Manufacturer
Kamron Laboratories Ltd
Salt Composition
Ondansetron (2mg/5ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup is a medicine given to children to help treat nausea and vomiting.
Dosage Form
Syrup
Introduction
Onkam 2mg/5ml 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. It also helps treat vomiting that is caused as a side effect of medicines like painkillers.
Directions for Use
Give Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup just before the procedure to help block the effect of serotonin on vomiting centers of the brain and prevent vomiting.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
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 Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup just before the procedure helps block the effect of this chemical on vomiting centers of the brain and prevents vomiting.
Quick Tips
Give plenty of fluids to your child to avoid dehydration Ensure that your child eats slowly and in small proportions. Give your child a balanced diet and avoid giving fried and spicy food. Give your child small, frequent meals to avoid nausea. Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup used for?
Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup is prescribed before surgery or chemotherapy and radiotherapy. It can also be given to prevent vomiting in children before these procedures. Your doctor may recommend it if your child experiences stomach-related vomiting due to a medical condition.
What if my child takes too much Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup?
While an extra dose of Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup is unlikely to be harmful, contact your child's doctor immediately. Excessively high doses of Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup 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. These symptoms are collectively known as serotonin syndrome. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience these symptoms.
How should Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup be stored?
Store Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep the medicine out of reach and sight of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup?
Always inform your child's doctor about all medications they are taking before starting Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup. It is crucial to consult your doctor for guidance on medication interactions.
In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Call your child's doctor immediately if they experience symptoms like irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomiting, inability to pass wind, pale skin and eyes, dark-colored urine, restlessness, and insomnia. These are signs of a potential serotonin syndrome.
My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup along with it?
Do not combine Onkam 2mg/5ml Syrup with depression or migraine medications as they can trigger serotonin syndrome. Consult your child's doctor before administering any other medication.
