Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops
About Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops
Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops is prescribed for the treatment of nausea as well as vomiting, caused by other medical treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. This belongs to the antiemetics class of drugs. This medicine work by blocking the chemical serotonin from releasing in your gut and your central nervous system. This will prevent vomiting and nausea.
Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops is available in four different forms that can be taken orally; tablet, disintegrating (dissolving) tablet, solution and film. It also comes in an IV (intravenous) form that can be injected to your body by a doctor. You can take it with food or without food.
This medicine can be used alone as well as in a combination with other medicines for preventing vomiting and nausea that one experiences after a surgery, chemotherapy or radiation session.
Your doctor must be informed if you are allergic to Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops as well as other medications that block serotonin, along with any other allergies that you have. He/ She must also know about your medical history and if you had problems such as:
- Liver disease,
- Irregular heartbeat,
- Stomach or intestinal problems in the past.
Apart from that, you must also inform the doctor if you are under any medication for depression or any psychiatric disorder. The dosage of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops is decided after taking your medical condition into account and how responsive your body is to therapy. In the case of children, the dose also depends on their weight and age.
If you are undergoing chemotherapy, you need to take Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops orally half an hour before your treatment starts. In case of radiation, take it 1-2 hours before the procedure of treatment begins. For preventing nausea before surgery, it is advised to take the medication an hour before your surgery.
In case you miss a dose, you can take the medication once you remember it. If it is already time for the next dose, ensure that you do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose. Overdose of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops can lead to severe constipation, faint spells or feeling light-headed.
The side effects of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops can include dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation and headache. These side effects are usually mild in nature and go away in a few days or 1-2 weeks. You can consult your doctor if these symptoms remain for a long time. There are some serious side effects that Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops may have, which would require immediate medical supervision.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops
Nausea Or Vomiting
Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops is used to treat nausea and vomiting.
Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops is used to treat nausea and vomiting in cancer chemotherapy patients.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops ?
Avoid if the patient has a known allergy to Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops.
Apomorphine
Avoid using Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops with Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops as it increases the risk of lightheadedness and loss of consciousness.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops ?
Headache
Painful Urination
Abdominal Cramp
Rash
Bronchospasm
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops
How long is the duration of effect?
This medicine is excreted primarily in urine and the effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 12 to 28 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops can be observed within 30 minutes for Intravenous and 2 hours for the tablet.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Use of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops is not recommended in pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
No clear data is available whether Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops is excreted through human breast milk. So, use of this drug is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
Is It safe with alcohol?
It is safe to consume alcohol along with Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops does not usually affect patients ability to drive.
Does this affect kidney function?
It is found safe to use Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops in patients with kidney disease. No adjustment of dose is needed.
Does this affect liver function?
Limited information for Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops is available in patients with liver disease. kindly consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical attention or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as possible and avoid taking it if its almost time for the other dose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
Where is the Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops approved?
India
United States
Japan
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication works peripherally and centrally by blocking 5-HT3 receptors present on vagal nerve terminals and CTZ respectively.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Interaction with Lab Test
Interaction with Medicine
Apomorphine
Use of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops with Apomorphine is not recommended. Replacement of the drug should be considered under the doctor's supervision. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.Amiodarone
Use of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops with Amiodarone is not recommended as it may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulty in breathing if these drugs are used together. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if the patient is having any heart disease. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.Amitriptyline
If these drugs are used together, the patient may experience confusion, hallucination, changes in blood pressure, fever or excessive sweating. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.Carbamazepine
Patient's nausea and vomiting may not subside if these drugs are taken together. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.Phenytoin
Patient's nausea and vomiting may not subside if these drugs are taken together. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.Cyclophosphamide
The desired effect of cyclophosphamide will not be obtained if these drugs are concurrently taken. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.Interaction with Disease
Qt Prolongation
Details of any heart disease, family history of an arrhythmia or any other drugs that cause QT interval prolongation (eg: Antipsychotics, Arrhythmia drugs) should be reported to the doctor. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if the patient is having any heart disease.Interaction with Food
FAQs about Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops
Ques : How quickly does Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops work?
Ans : This drug starts working within 30 minutes to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.
Ques : What are the side effects of Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops?
Ans : Side effects include constipation, diarrhea, fatigue and headache. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms stay for a longer time.
Ques : When should you take Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops?
Ans : This medication must be taken with a glass of water. You can consume it with or without food. It should be used exactly as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor.
Ques : Is Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops a steroid?
Ans : No, this medication is an anti-emetic and not a steroid.
Ques : Does Vomena Pd 4 MG Drops work for seasickness?
Ans : No, it does not work for seasickness. This is because Ondansetron has little effect on nausea associated with motion sickness.
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