Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops
bottle of 30.0 ml Oral Drops.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ondansetron (2mg/5ml) |
| Manufacturer: | Zenicure Labs |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops is a medicine given to children to help treat nausea and vomiting. Ondancure 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. It also helps treat vomiting that is caused as a side effect of medicines like painkillers.
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 Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops just before the procedure helps block the effect of this chemical on vomiting centers of the brain and prevents vomiting.
What is Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops used for?
Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops is generally administered before major surgery or chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions. In such instances, a doctor may prescribe it to prevent nausea post-procedure in children. It is also commonly used to manage vomiting caused by stomach-related conditions. If prescribed for a prolonged period, the child's doctor will advise the appropriate dosage.
What if my child takes too much Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops?
Accidental overdosing on Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops is rare and generally poses no serious risk. However, it's crucial to contact the child's doctor immediately in such cases. In some instances, excessive intake can cause serious side effects like excess sleepiness, agitation, rapid heartbeat, hypertension, flushing, dilated pupils, sweating, involuntary muscle jerks, uncontrolled eye movements, overactive reflexes, and seizures (collectively known as serotonin syndrome). Seek immediate medical attention if you observe these symptoms.
How should Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops be stored?
Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops should be kept at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Ensure all medications are out of reach and sight of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops?
It is important to inform your child's doctor about any other medications they are taking before starting Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops. This information will help ensure that there are no potential interactions and the medication can be administered safely.
In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Call your child's doctor immediately if they develop symptoms of serotonin syndrome, such as irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomiting, difficulty passing gas, pale and/or dark urine, restlessness, and insomnia.
My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops along with it?
Do not combine Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops with medicines meant for treating depression or migraines. This may result in serotonin syndrome, and the doctor should be consulted before administering any medication to your child.
Give Ondancure 2mg Oral Drops just before the procedure to help block the effect of serotonin on vomiting centers of the brain and prevent vomiting.
- Ondancure 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.
- No common side effects listed.
