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Manufacturer | Ambica International Corp. |
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Origin of Medicine | India |
Packing Type | Sol'n for Inj. (IM/IV) in Ampoule |
Ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by cancer medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may occur after surgery. Ondansetron works in the stomach to block the signals to the brain that cause nausea and vomiting. This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to ondansetron: rash, hives; fever, chills, difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
Common ondansetron side effects may include:
Do Not Use If:
You are also taking apomorphine (Apokyn).
You are allergic to ondansetron or similar medicines, such as:
Dolasetron (Anzemet)
Granisetron (Kytril)
Palonosetron (Aloxi)
Before Taking Ondansetron, Inform Your Doctor If You Have:
Liver disease
A personal or family history of Long QT syndrome
Phenylketonuria (PKU) (as some orally disintegrating tablets may contain phenylalanine)
Serious Side Effects (Seek Medical Attention Immediately):
Blurred vision or temporary vision loss (lasting from minutes to hours)
Slow heart rate
Trouble breathing
Anxiety, agitation, or shivering
Feeling faint or about to pass out
Urinating less than usual or not at all
Additional Caution:
Ondansetron may impair thinking or reaction time—use caution when driving or performing tasks that require alertness.
Q1. What happens if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
Q2. What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention.
Overdose symptoms may include sudden loss of vision, severe constipation, feeling light-headed, or fainting.
Q3. What to avoid
Ondansetron may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
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