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Setronem 8mg Tablet

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Ondansetron (8mg)

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Setronem 8mg Tablet

Introduction to Setronem 8mg Tablet

Setronem 8mg Tablet 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 Setronem 8mg Tablet

  • Moderate risk
  • High 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 Setronem 8mg Tablet works

Setronem 8mg Tablet 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 Setronem 8mg Tablet

  • 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 Setronem 8mg Tablet

  • 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 Setronem 8mg Tablet

  • 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 Setronem 8mg Tablet

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

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Setronem 8mg Tablet

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 Setronem 8mg Tablet

When should you take Setronem?

Setronem 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 Setronem is taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy or radiation treatment.

Is Setronem a steroid?

No, Setronem is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Setronem 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 Setronem work for seasickness?

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

How quickly does Setronem work?

Setronem 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 Setronem?

The most common side effects of Setronem 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.

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Ashwani Singh

Master in Pharmacy

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 25 June, 2024

Prescription Required

Setronem 8mg Tablet

by Strides shasun Ltd
Ondansetron (8mg)

₹64₹64

0% off
Setronem 8mg Tablet

Setronem 8mg Tablet

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