Prescription Required

Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

by Jupiter Pharmaceutical Ltd
Ondansetron (2mg)

₹35

Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

Introduction to Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

Ometic 2mg Tablet DT is an antiemetic medicine used to control vomiting and nausea.

It works by stopping a brain chemical (serotonin) that can cause nausea and vomiting after surgery or during cancer treatment (chemotherapy).

 

Safety Advice for Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

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  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Alcohol can exacerbate nausea and may counteract the effectiveness of it. It's best to avoid alcohol if experiencing nausea or vomiting.

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It should also be discussed with a doctor.

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It's excreted in breast milk, so its use during breastfeeding should also be discussed with a doctor.

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It is generally considered safe for the kidneys when used at prescribed doses.-Caution must be taken while using it.

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It is generally considered safe for the liver when used at prescribed doses. -Caution must be taken while using it.

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Consult your doctor, before taking this medicine.

How Ometic 2mg Tablet DT works

Ometic 2mg Tablet DT stops the effects of certain chemicals in your body that can cause feelings of sickness. It's commonly used to prevent nausea and vomiting linked to cancer chemotherapy and radiation treatment in adults and kids aged 4 years and older. Typically taken before and after these treatments, it helps you recover more comfortably. In adults, it's also effective for preventing nausea and vomiting after surgery.

How To Use Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

  • Adhere to your doctor's prescribed dose and duration
  • Avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it.
  • It can be taken with or without food.
  • Follow the recommended schedule to ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Special Precautions About Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

  • Use it cautiously in patients with a history of allergic reactions.
  • Monitor for signs of serotonin syndrome, especially when used with other serotonergic drugs.
  • Assess liver function regularly due to potential hepatotoxicity.
  • Exercise caution in patients with a prolonged QT interval or cardiac issues.
  • Avoid concurrent use with apomorphine due to the risk of profound hypotension and loss of consciousness.

Benefits Of Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

  • Effectively relieves nausea and vomiting.
  • Blocks serotonin receptors in the brain.
  • Particularly used for postoperative and chemotherapy-induced nausea.
  • Helps prevent nausea in pregnancy.

Side Effects Of Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

  • Tired feeling
  • Flushing
  • Headache
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Drowsiness
  • Constipation

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

Take the missed dose once you recall it. Skip it if your next dose is soon. Avoid taking extra medicine to compensate. Stick to your regular schedule and don't alter doses without consulting your healthcare provider.

Health And Lifestyle

Avoid Heavy and greasy meals, eat regular meals. Drink plenty of water, ginger and peppermint tea.

Disease Explanation

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Vomitting is a uncontrollable forcefully throwing up of stomach content through mouth. when you vomit, your stomach muscles squeeze together, expelling stomach content through esophagus and out of your mouth.

FAQ's on Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

What are the side effects of Ometic?

The most common side effects of Ometic 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.

Does Ometic work for seasickness?

No, Ometic does not work for seasickness. This is because Ometic has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.

When should you take Ometic?

Ometic should be taken with a full glass of water, with or without food. It should be used exactly as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Usually, the first dose of Ometic is taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy or radiation treatment.

How quickly does Ometic work?

Ometic starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.

Is Ometic a steroid?

No, Ometic is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Ometic 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.

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Ashwani Singh

Master in Pharmacy

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 25 June, 2024

Prescription Required

Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

by Jupiter Pharmaceutical Ltd
Ondansetron (2mg)

₹35

Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

Ometic 2mg Tablet DT

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