Onstart 4mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Onstart 4mg Tablet

Ondansetron(4mg)

food interaction for Onstart Tablet

alcohol interaction for Onstart Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Onstart Tablet

lactation interaction for Onstart Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Onstart 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
CAUTION
Consuming alcohol with Onstart 4mg Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE
Onstart 4mg Tablet 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
Onstart 4mg Tablet 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 Onstart 4mg Tablet

Ondansetron(4mg)

Onstart tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting.

How onstart tablet works

Onstart 4mg Tablet is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.

Common side effects of onstart tablet

Constipation, Diarrhea, Fatigue, Headache

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Expert advice FOR Onstart Tablet

  • You have been prescribed Ondansetron for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
  • It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
  • If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
  • Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.

Frequently asked questions FOR Onstart 4mg Tablet

Ondansetron

Q. How quickly does Onstart 4mg Tablet work?
Onstart 4mg Tablet starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.
Q. What are the side effects of Onstart 4mg Tablet?
The most common side effects of Onstart 4mg Tablet 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.
Q. When should you take Onstart 4mg Tablet?
Onstart 4mg Tablet 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 Onstart 4mg Tablet is taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy or radiation treatment.
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Q. Is Onstart 4mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Onstart 4mg Tablet is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Onstart 4mg Tablet 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.
Q. Does Onstart 4mg Tablet work for seasickness?
No, Onstart 4mg Tablet does not work for seasickness. This is because Onstart 4mg Tablet has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.

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