Dimpy O
Dimpy O Products are primarily used for
Vomiting, Nausea
About Dimpy O Products
Dimpy O Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Dimpy O are Constipation, Headache, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness).
How Dimpy O Products work
Ondansetron 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.
Patient Concerns about Dimpy O Products
Frequently asked questions about Dimpy O Products
Frequently asked questions about Ondansetron
Q. What is Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup used for?
Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup 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, the doctor may ask you to give Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup to your child to prevent vomiting post-procedure. Apart from this, Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup 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 Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup to your child for a few days. Stick to the dose for best results.
Q. What if my child takes too much Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup?
Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup 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 Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup 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 Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup be stored?
Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup 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.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup?
Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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 Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup along with it?
Avoid combining Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup with such medicines because concomitant use of Dimpy O 2mg/5ml Syrup with medicines meant to treat depression or migraine results in serotonin syndrome. Consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.