Ondansetron Syrup (Insetron-OS)

Ondansetron is an antiemetic medicine that is used to treat and prevent nausea and vomiting. It is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by stomach problems, surgery, taking cancer medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy. It works by blocking a natural substance called serotonin in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting. Ondansetron may cause side effects like constipation, headache, fatigue, diarrhoea, skin rash, pain at the site of injection, etc. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms persist or worsen. The syrup and oral drops forms of ondansetron are recommended for use in children below 4 years of age, tablet forms are not recommended for use in this age group. Ondansetron is available in many different dosage forms like tablet, injection, syrup, films, oral drops and solution. Your doctor will decide an appropriate dosage form and dose based on your condition. You may have to take this medicine 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy, 1-2 hours before the start of radiation therapy, or 1 hour before surgery. If you vomit this medicine within one hour of taking it, then you need to repeat the dose. Ondansetron may not be suitable for all people. Inform your doctor if you have any liver problems, heart failure, electrolyte imbalance, stomach or intestine blockage disorders before taking this medicine. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.