Onride 8 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ondansetron |
| Company | Medicon pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of emetogenic cancer chemotherapy
- Prevention and treatment of post-operative nausea and vomiting
- Prevention of radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting
Dosage Instructions
- Dosage varies based on the type of nausea and vomiting being treated (chemotherapy-induced, postoperative, or radiotherapy-induced)
- Different dosages for different age groups including adults, pediatric patients, and geriatric patients
- Oral solution and oral soluble film dosage options provided
Mode of Action
- Selective blocking agent of the serotonin 5-HT3 receptor type
- Antagonism of 5HT3 receptors on neurons located in the peripheral and central nervous system
Administration Method
- Orally dissolving film designed to be applied on top of the tongue
- No water required for dissolution or swallowing
Interaction
- Metabolized by hepatic cytochrome P-450 drug-metabolizing enzymes
- Potential impact of inducers or inhibitors of these enzymes on the clearance and half-life of the product
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to the drug or any of its components
- Concomitant use of apomorphine
Side Effects
- Common adverse events include headache, constipation, and diarrhea
- Rare cases of anaphylaxis, bronchospasm, tachycardia, and angina reported
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No evidence of impaired fertility or harm to the fetus in animal studies
- Caution advised when administered to nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Hypersensitivity reactions reported in patients who have exhibited hypersensitivity to other selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonists
- Not a drug that stimulates gastric or intestinal peristalsis
Special Populations
- Dosage adjustment recommendations for patients with impaired renal function
- Recommendations for patients with impaired hepatic function
Therapeutic Class
- Anti-emetic drugs
Storage Conditions
Store at temperature not exceeding 30°C in a dry place. Protect from light and moisture