Setout 4mg Tablet MD
Manufacturer
Metamorf Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Ondansetron (4mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Setout 4mg Tablet MD is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions like stomach upset.
Dosage Form
Tablet MD
Introduction
Setout 4mg Tablet MD 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. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Setout 4mg Tablet MD 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 Setout 4mg Tablet MD does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeeding Warning
Setout 4mg Tablet MD 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
Setout 4mg Tablet MD 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 Dextropropoxyphine Nalbuphine Pentazocine
How it works
Setout 4mg Tablet MD 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 Setout 4mg Tablet MD 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
How quickly does Setonit 4mg Tablet take effect?
Setonit 4mg Tablet starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and begins to show its effects.
What are the possible side effects of Setonit 4mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Setonit 4mg Tablet include constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, and headache. These side effects are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after some time. However, if they persist or concern you, consult your doctor.
When should I take Setonit 4mg Tablet?
Setonit 4mg Tablet should be taken with a full glass of water, with or without food. It is essential to use it exactly as directed by your doctor in terms of dosage and duration.
Is Setonit 4mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Setonit 4mg Tablet is an antiemetic medication and not a steroid. It works as a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist, primarily used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting associated with surgery or cancer chemotherapy.
Does Setonit 4mg Tablet work for motion sickness?
No, Setonit 4mg Tablet is not effective against motion sickness. Its mechanism of action has a limited effect on the type of nausea caused by motion sickness.
