Dolstan Tablet MD
strip of 10.0 tablet.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ondansetron (4mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Dolphar Life Care Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Dolstan Tablet MD is an antiemetic medicine used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions, surgery, cancer drug therapy, or radiotherapy. Dolstan 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. 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.
Dolstan 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.
How quickly does Dolstan Tablet MD start working?
Dolstan Tablet MD starts showing its effects within half an hour to 2 hours after taking it. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and begins working promptly.
What side effects can occur with Dolstan Tablet MD?
Common side effects of Dolstan Tablet MD include constipation, diarrhea, fatigue, and headache. While these side effects usually subside on their own after some time, consult your doctor if they persist or cause concern.
When should I take Dolstan Tablet MD?
Dolstan Tablet MD should be taken with a full glass of water, either before meals or between meals. It's essential to use the prescribed dosage and duration as directed by your doctor. Typically, the first dose is taken before starting surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatments.
Is Dolstan Tablet MD a steroid?
No, Dolstan Tablet MD is not a steroid. It's an antiemetic and not a steroid. Dolstan Tablet MD is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting, often seen after surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.
Does Dolstan Tablet MD help with seasickness?
No, Dolstan Tablet MD does not effectively address seasickness. This is because Dolstan Tablet MD has a limited effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.
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. Dolstan Tablet MD may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- You have been prescribed Dolstan Tablet MD for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
- 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.
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Feeling tired
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with Dolstan Tablet MD does not cause any harmful side effects.
Breastfeed
Dolstan 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
Dolstan 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.
