Ondansetron Drops

ONDAFIT is having Ondansetron Drops as its main ingredient in them. This is given to children for treating nausea and vomiting. Most of the time it is given in relation to vomiting and nausea associated with chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, and stomach/intestinal infection. Sometimes it may also be given to treat vomiting that may happen as a side effect of medicines used like painkillers.

Ondansetron Drops work very well to block the effect of a chemical called serotonin and thus it helps to prevent the problem of nausea and vomiting. These drops are also helpful in aiding your child to recover more comfortably from these treatments. One must stick to the prescribed dose recommended by the doctor in order to get the most out of this product.

Uses of Ondansetron Drops

• Used for treating Nausea
• Used in the treatment of Vomiting

Side Effects

Ondansetron Drops can cause some common side effects that aren’t big in nature as they are meant to go away with the passage of time. A doctor must be contacted in case they don’t go away after a long period of time.

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Fatigue
• Constipation

Directions For Use

• It may be given with or without meals and if used to control vomiting caused due to chemotherapy, it must be given to the child 30 minutes before the procedure.
• In the case of radiotherapy, it must be given 1 – 2 hours before the radiotherapy session.
• For surgery purposes, it must be given 1 hour before surgery to avoid vomiting.
• If the child vomits it within 30 minutes of its usage, then another dose must be given after calling down the child.
• One must not double the dose if it’s the time for the next dose.

Safety Precautions

• Let the doctor know if the child is having any kind of medical problems with him.
• If your child is taking any other medicine for some other problem such as painkillers, antibiotics, or medicines taken to treat depression, the same must be told to the healthcare expert.
• In case the child is having a history of diseases relating to liver or kidney issues, then it must also be put ahead of the doctor.
• Check the label for any additional information regarding its usage.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1 What Is The Main Use Of Ondansetron Drops?

It is generally given before any major surgery in order to prevent nausea or vomiting.

2 What To Do If My Child Takes More Dosage Of Ondansetron Drops?

These drops are unlikely to cause any kind of harm to your child if given more dosage than the recommended one. However, you may still ask your doctor for any additional help that may be required.

3 How Can I Store Ondansetron Drops?

It must be stored at room temperature in a dry place that is away from direct sunlight and it must be kept out of reach of children.