OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON is used in the treatment of vomiting (being sick) and nausea (feeling sick) that usually occur after cancer chemotherapy, radiation treatment or surgery. It may also be indicated in conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and ulcers in the stomach or intestine. Nausea is an uneasy feeling in which a person feels an urge to vomit, while vomiting is forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.
OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON is a combination of two drugs, namely Omeprazole (proton pump inhibitor) and Ondansetron (anti-emetic). Omeprazole reduces the amount of acid the stomach produces and prevents excess acid from flowing back into the food pipe. Ondansetron works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting.
Take OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you should take it based on your medical condition. OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON may cause common side effects such as headache, a feeling of warmth, constipation, diarrhoea, or flatulence (wind). Most of these side effects of OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to omeprazole, ondansetron, granisetron, dolasetron, pantoprazole, lansoprazole, rabeprazole, esomeprazole or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor. Drive only if you are alert after taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON. If you are taking nelfinavir (for HIV infection) or apomorphine (for Parkinson’s disease), do not take OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON.
OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents that prevent nausea and vomiting associated with conditions like cancer chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, pregnancy and motion sickness. It may also be indicated in conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and ulcers in the stomach or intestine. It contains Omeprazole and Ondansetron. Omeprazole works by blocking the action of proton pumps that produce stomach acid. It reduces the amount of acid the stomach produces and prevents excess acid from flowing back into the food pipe. Ondansetron blocks the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting.
If you are allergic to omeprazole, ondansetron, granisetron, dolasetron, pantoprazole, lansoprazole, rabeprazole, esomeprazole or other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor. Drive only if you are alert after taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON. If you are taking nelfinavir (for HIV infection) or apomorphine (for Parkinson’s disease), do not take OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON. If you have problems with levels of sodium, magnesium, and potassium salts in your blood, inform your doctor before taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON. Omeprazole in OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON may alter the results of some tests related to cancer. Therefore, tell your doctor, nurse or hospital staff you are taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking this medicine for at least five days if you undergo certain tests.
Drug-Drug Interaction: If you are taking an antiparkinson drug (apomorphine) or any medicine containing nelfinavir (for HIV infection) or any other prescription or non-prescription medicines or supplements, inform your doctor.
Drug-Food Interaction: No interaction found.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have problems with the levels of salts (potassium, sodium, and magnesium) in your blood, a blockage in your gut, severe constipation, or liver or heart problems, inform your doctor.
If you have any concerns regarding alcohol consumption while taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON, please discuss them with your doctor.
If you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, please inform your doctor before taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON.
If you are a breastfeeding mother, please inform your doctor before taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON.
OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, if you experience visual disturbances or dizziness after taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON, avoid driving or operating machinery.
If you have severe liver problems, inform your doctor, as a lower dose is recommended in such cases.
If you have kidney problems, please inform your doctor before taking OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON.
OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON should be used in dose and duration as advised by a doctor only. However, if you have any concerns regarding using OMEPRAZOLE+ONDANSETRON for children below 1 year, please consult a doctor.
Nausea and vomiting: Nausea is an uneasy feeling in the stomach that often comes before vomiting. On the other hand, vomiting is the forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth. It can be triggered by taste, anxiety, smell, pain, or irritation of the stomach. Usually, a person experiences nausea and vomiting as the unpleasant effects of cancer therapy after chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is essential to control vomiting and nausea in cancer patients during everyday activities. If not controlled, it can lead to mental changes, loss of appetite, malnutrition, and dehydration.