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Composition :

ONDANSETRON-2MG/ML

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIEMETICS

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SCO-9, 1st floor, MDC- Sector 5, Panchkula, 134109, Haryana, India
Other Info - NO24117

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FAQs

Novotam 2mg Injection 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.

You are not recommended to take erythromycin with Novotam 2mg Injection as it may increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Novotam 2mg Injection.

Novotam 2mg Injection may cause constipation as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Novotam 2mg Injection to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

Novotam 2mg Injection should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver problems. However, inform your doctor if you have any liver problems before taking Novotam 2mg Injection so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.

Yes, Novotam 2mg Injection may be used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. Novotam 2mg Injection blocks serotonin (a chemical) action which is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with Novotam 2mg Injection is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Novotam 2mg Injection.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Novotam 2mg Injection. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

If you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before taking Novotam 2mg Injection. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Novotam 2mg Injection usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Novotam 2mg Injection with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Novotam 2mg Injection may be safe to use in patients with kidney problems if prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Novotam 2mg Injection should be used in children only in doses advised by the doctor based on child’s body weight or body surface area.

About Novotam 2mg Injection

Novotam 2mg Injection belongs to a class of drugs called antiemetics used to prevent nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy. Nausea is a feeling of uneasiness of 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.

Novotam 2mg Injection contains Ondansetron which 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. 

Novotam 2mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. In some cases, Novotam 2mg Injection may cause headache, constipation, a feeling of warmth or flushing, redness, and irritation at the site of injection. Most of these side effects of Novotam 2mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. 

If you are allergic to Ondansetron, Palanosetron, Granisetron, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Novotam 2mg Injection should be given to children only in doses advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight or body surface area. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, must inform your doctor before receiving Novotam 2mg Injection.

Uses of Novotam 2mg Injection

Prevent nausea and vomiting

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Medicinal Benefits

Novotam 2mg Injection contains Ondansetron that 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 caused by chemotherapy in adults and children and also after surgery. Additionally, Novotam 2mg Injection can be used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by radiotherapy for cancer in adults.

Directions for Use

Novotam 2mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Novotam 2mg Injection

  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • A feeling of warmth or flushing
  • Redness and irritation at the site of injection

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ondansetron, Palanosetron, Granisetron, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Novotam 2mg Injection should be given to children only in doses as advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight or body surface area. Novotam 2mg Injection should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consultation with a doctor. If you have problems with levels of sodium, magnesium, and potassium salts in your blood, inform your doctor before taking Novotam 2mg Injection. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OndansetronVemurafenib
Severe

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How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
Taking Novotam 2mg Injection with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Novotam 2mg Injection with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OndansetronVemurafenib
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How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
Although it is a very rare adverse effect, taking Novotam 2mg Injection with vemurafenib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm. If you're dealing with other heart illnesses or electrolyte imbalances (for example, magnesium or potassium loss likely due to serious or prolonged diarrhoea or vomiting), you may be at greater risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Novotam 2mg Injection along with vemurafenib can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, consult your doctor if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice
How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
Taking Novotam 2mg Injection with cabozantinib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Novotam 2mg Injection along with cabozantinib can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical help immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
When Novotam 2mg Injection, is taken with citalopram, the risk of serotonin syndrome increases. (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Novotam 2mg Injection along with citalopram can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea while taking these medications, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
Using Novotam 2mg Injection together with Sumatriptan might raise serotonin hormone levels in the body, affecting the brain and nerve cells. Increased serotonin hormone can lead to severe side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Novotam 2mg Injection along with sumatriptan can lead to an interaction, it should be taken only if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, a shaking sensation, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, see a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
Taking Novotam 2mg Injection with nilotinib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Novotam 2mg Injection along with nilotinib can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
When Novotam 2mg Injection is taken with doxepin, it can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (Serotonin syndrome is a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Novotam 2mg Injection along with doxepin can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, or fast or rapid heartbeats during therapy, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
Co-administration of Novotam 2mg Injection with mifepristone can increase the risk of irregular heart rhythms.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Novotam 2mg Injection with mifepristone together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OndansetronAnagrelide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
Taking Novotam 2mg Injection with anagrelide increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Novotam 2mg Injection alongside anagrelide can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience abrupt dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, get medical help immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Novotam 2mg Injection:
Using chloroquine together with Novotam 2mg Injection can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Novotam 2mg Injection and chloroquine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • TRAMADOL
  • CITALOPRAM
  • FLUOXETINE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • DULOXETINE
  • VENLAFAXINE
  • HALOPERIDOL

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and a low-fat diet, especially in small portions, as it will be easy for digestion. Avoid eating over-sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting.
  • Drink any other liquid at least 30 minutes after eating food. 
  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do the cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

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