Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops
bottle of 30.0 ml Oral Drops.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ondansetron (2mg/5ml) |
| Manufacturer: | Aman Healthcare |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops is a medicine given to children to help treat nausea and vomiting, mainly associated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and stomach/intestinal infection. Ondiman 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 Ondiman 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 Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops used for?
Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops is generally prescribed before major surgery or chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions. In such cases, the doctor may ask you to administer it to your child to prevent post-procedural vomiting. It can also be effective in treating vomiting caused by stomach-related illnesses. The doctor will determine if Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops should be used for a few days based on your child’s condition.
What if my child takes too much Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops?
While accidental overdose is unlikely to cause harm, you must inform your child's doctor immediately. Excessive intake of Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops can lead to serious side effects, such as excessive drowsiness, agitation, rapid heartbeat, hypertension, flushing, dilated pupils, sweating, involuntary muscle jerks, uncontrolled eye movements, overactive reflexes, and seizures (collectively known as serotonin syndrome). If you encounter any of these symptoms, seek immediate medical attention.
How should Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops be stored?
Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medications out of the reach and sight of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops?
Consult your child's doctor before giving any medication alongside Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops, as these medications may interact. It is important to inform your child's doctor about all medications they are taking prior to starting Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops.
In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Call your child's doctor immediately if your child develops symptoms of serotonin syndrome, including irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomiting, inability to pass wind, pale skin and eyes, dark-colored urine, restlessness, and insomnia.
My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops along with it?
Avoid combining Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops with medications that treat depression or migraine as these medications may lead to serotonin syndrome when used together. Consult your child's doctor before administering any new medication.
Give Ondiman 2mg Oral Drops just before the procedure to help block the effect of serotonin on vomiting centers of the brain and prevent vomiting.
- Ondiman 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.
