Onset Injection 8mg

Onset Injection Uses

Onset injection contains Ondansetron, which is an antiemetic used for the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting induced by chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is also effective in reducing nausea after surgery (post-operative nausea).

Onset Injection 8mg formula

• Ondansetron

Available forms

• Tablets
• Injection

Risks and warnings

You should know the risks and warnings of Onset injection to prevent its misuse.

There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So when taking any medicine it's always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.

The risks and warnings associated with Onset injection are:

• Pregnancy:

Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant.

• Breastfeeding:

You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during lactation.

• Hypersensitivity:

Patients allergic to Ondansetron or any of the ingredients in Onset are advised not to use it.

• Alcohol:

Do not consume alcohol when taking this medicine.

• Driving:

If you are taking Onset you should avoid driving as it can lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness thereby affecting your ability to drive.

How to use Onset Injection 8mg?

• The injection should be administered by or under the supervision of a health care professional.
• The medicine should be injected into a vein or muscle (IV/IM).
• The frequency and dosage depends on your symptoms and response to the treatment
• Do not use it if the bottle appears to be damaged or there's any discoloration or particles in the liquid.
• Do not use it after the expiration date

Onset Injection Side Effects

The common side effects of Onset injection are:

• Headache
• Drowsiness
• Constipation
• Chest pain
• Dizziness

Drug Interactions

Onset can interact with the following drugs

• Amiodarone
• Dofetilide
• Macrolide antibiotics like erythromycin
• Pimozide
• Procainamide
• Quinidine

Storage Conditions

• Store the medicine at room temperature
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Protect it from sunlight and moisture