Dafron 2mg Oral Drops

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Composition FOR Dafron 2mg Oral Drops

Ondansetron(2mg)

food interaction for Dafron Oral Drops

alcohol interaction for Dafron Oral Drops

pregnancy interaction for Dafron Oral Drops

lactation interaction for Dafron Oral Drops

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Dafron 2mg Oral Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Dafron 2mg Oral Drops does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Dafron 2mg Oral Drops is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dafron 2mg Oral Drops is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Dafron 2mg Oral Drops

Ondansetron(2mg)

Dafron oral drops uses

{med_name} is used to prevent nausea and vomiting.

How dafron oral drops works

During radiotherapy, chemotherapy, abdominal infection, or any major surgeries, the dead cells in the body start releasing a chemical called serotonin directly into the blood. Later, this stimulates special centers in the body that are responsible for inducing vomiting in your child. Giving Dafron 2mg Oral Drops just before the procedure helps block the effect of this chemical on vomiting centers of the brain and prevents vomiting.

Common side effects of dafron oral drops

Headache, Constipation, Diarrhea, Fatigue

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Expert advice FOR Dafron Oral Drops

  • Ondansetron effectively controls nausea and bouts of vomiting reflex in children undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy sessions.
  • It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
  • Practice self-care measures:
    1. Give plenty of fluids to your child to avoid dehydration
    2. Avoid giving fried and spicy food or heavy meals to your child. 
    3. Ensure that your child eats slowly and in small proportions.

Frequently asked questions FOR Dafron 2mg Oral Drops

Ondansetron

Q. What is Dafron 2mg Oral Drops used for?
Dafron 2mg Oral Drops is generally given before any major surgery or before chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions. In case your child is about to undergo any of the above procedures, your child’s doctor may ask you to give Dafron 2mg Oral Drops to your child to prevent vomiting post-procedure. Apart from this, Dafron 2mg Oral Drops is also found useful in treating vomiting caused due to diseases of the stomach. In such a case, your child’s doctor may prescribe giving Dafron 2mg Oral Drops to your child for a few days. Stick to the dose for best results.
Q. What if my child takes too much Dafron 2mg Oral Drops?
Dafron 2mg Oral Drops is unlikely to cause harm if you give an extra dose by mistake. However, you must still speak to your child’s doctor immediately. Sometimes, excessive intake of Dafron 2mg Oral Drops can cause some serious side effects like excess sleepiness, agitation, rapid heartbeat, hypertension, flushing, dilated pupils, sweating, involuntary muscle jerk, uncontrolled eye movements, overactive reflexes, and seizures. These symptoms are collectively known as serotonin syndrome. If any of these appear, consult the doctor without any delay.
Q. How should Dafron 2mg Oral Drops be stored?
Dafron 2mg Oral Drops should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all the medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
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Q. What all medicines should my child avoid while taking Dafron 2mg Oral Drops?
Usually, it is advised not to give Dafron 2mg Oral Drops along with antidepressant medicines, apomorphine, anti-migraine medicines, painkillers, heart medicines, and antibiotics like linezolid. But, it is ideal to speak to your child’s doctor before coming to any conclusion. So, narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor and follow their advice strictly.
Q. In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Call your child’s doctor immediately if your child develops symptoms of serotonin syndrome like irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomiting, inability to pass wind, pale skin and eyes, dark-colored urine, restlessness, and insomnia.
Q. My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Dafron 2mg Oral Drops along with it?
Avoid combining Dafron 2mg Oral Drops with such medicines because concomitant use of Dafron 2mg Oral Drops with medicines meant to treat depression or migraine results in serotonin syndrome. Consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)