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Octotide 100mg Injection, Pack of 1 injection
Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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Composition :

ONDANSETRON-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Euro Biotech

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTIEMETICS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

73, First Floor, Industrial Area Phase-2, Chandigarh - 160002, India
Other Info - OCT0049

Author Details

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:46 AM IST

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FAQs

Octotide 100mg 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 Octotide 100mg Injection as it may increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Octotide 100mg Injection.

Octotide 100mg Injection may cause constipation as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Octotide 100mg Injection to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

Octotide 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver problems. However, inform your doctor if you have any liver problems before taking Octotide 100mg Injection so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.

Yes, Octotide 100mg Injection may be used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. Octotide 100mg 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 Octotide 100mg Injection is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Octotide 100mg Injection.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Octotide 100mg 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 Octotide 100mg Injection. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Octotide 100mg Injection usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Take Octotide 100mg 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

Octotide 100mg Injection may be safe to use in patients with kidney problems if prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Octotide 100mg Injection should be used in children only in doses advised by the doctor based on child’s body weight or body surface area.

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Keep Refrigerated. Do not freeze.Prepaid payment required.

Reference

  1. https://www.hpra.ie/img/uploaded/swedocuments/5222449c-5347-4bed-8bf1-14edbf40c23d.pdf
  2. https://www.nps.org.au/assets/medicines/bb5dfa0a-c759-49c8-97ac-a53300ff3381.pdf
  3. https://extranet.who.int/pqweb/sites/default/files/documents/HA607part3v1.pdf

About Octotide 100mg Injection

Octotide 100mg 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.

Octotide 100mg 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. 

Octotide 100mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. In some cases, Octotide 100mg 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 Octotide 100mg 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. Octotide 100mg 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 Octotide 100mg Injection.

Uses of Octotide 100mg Injection

Prevent nausea and vomiting

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Medicinal Benefits

Octotide 100mg 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, Octotide 100mg Injection can be used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by radiotherapy for cancer in adults.

Directions for Use

Octotide 100mg Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Side Effects of Octotide 100mg 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. Octotide 100mg 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. Octotide 100mg 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 Octotide 100mg Injection. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OctreotideTirzepatide
Moderate

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Diseases Interactions

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No Drug - Disease interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

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

Habit Forming

No

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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