On-Pride
On-Pride Products are primarily used for
Vomiting, Nausea
About On-Pride Products
On-Pride Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of On-Pride are Constipation, Headache, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness).
How On-Pride 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 On-Pride Products
Frequently asked questions about On-Pride Products
Frequently asked questions about Ondansetron
Q. What is On-Pride 2mg/5ml Syrup used for?
On-Pride 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 On-Pride 2mg/5ml Syrup to your child to prevent vomiting post-procedure. Apart from this, On-Pride 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 On-Pride 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 On-Pride 2mg/5ml Syrup?
On-Pride 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 On-Pride 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 On-Pride 2mg/5ml Syrup be stored?
On-Pride 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 On-Pride 2mg/5ml Syrup?
On-Pride 2mg/5ml Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting On-Pride 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 On-Pride 2mg/5ml Syrup along with it?
Avoid combining On-Pride 2mg/5ml Syrup with such medicines because concomitant use of On-Pride 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.