Ondem 8mg Injection
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Product introduction
Ondem 8mg Injection is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions like stomach upset. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused due to any surgery, cancer drug therapy or radiotherapy.
Ondem 8mg Injection is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
Ondem 8mg Injection is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
Uses of Ondem Injection
Benefits of Ondem Injection
In Treatment of Nausea
Ondem 8mg Injection blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by cancer chemotherapy and radiation treatment (in adults and children aged 4 years and older). It is usually taken both before and after chemotherapy or radiation. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from these treatments. It is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but always take this medicine as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Ondem Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ondem
- Injection site pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Headache
How to use Ondem Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Ondem 8mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ondem 8mg Injection 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ondem 8mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Ondem 8mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ondem 8mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Ondem 8mg Injection is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ondem 8mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Ondem 8mg Injection for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
- It is given as an injection into veins or as drip under the supervision of a doctor.
- Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
- It may cause an application site reaction like redness, swelling, and pain. Consult with your doctor if it bothers you.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Carbazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Serotonin antagonists (5-HT3 antagonists)
Patient concerns
FAQs
How quickly does Ondem 8mg Injection work?
Ondem 8mg Injection starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.
What are the side effects of Ondem 8mg Injection?
The most common side effects of Ondem 8mg Injection are constipation, diarrhea, fatigue and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after some time. Consult your doctor if these persist or worry you.
Is Ondem 8mg Injection a steroid?
No, Ondem 8mg Injection is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Ondem 8mg Injection is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist. It is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting which is commonly observed after surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.
Does Ondem 8mg Injection work for seasickness?
No, Ondem 8mg Injection does not work for seasickness. This is because Ondem 8mg Injection has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.
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Marketer details
Name: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Address: Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Country of origin: India
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