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Vomifriz 4mg Tablet, Pack of 1
Vomifriz 4mg Tablet, Pack of 1
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Composition :

ONDANSETRON-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Spine Health Care Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Therapeutic Class

ANTIEMETICS
Other Info - VO97398

FAQs

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet is an anti-sickness medicine that takes about 1-2 hours to show its action.

Tell your doctor if you are facing severe constipation as after checking your condition, the doctor will decide that you can take this medicine or not.

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet may cause changes in the vision, so one should avoid driving or operating any machine that required mental alertness.

People with an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), and phenylketonuria (too much of protein phenylalanine in the blood) should not take Vomifriz 4mg Tablet as it may cause serious conditions. The liver patient should not take more than 8 mg of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet daily. Taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with apomorphine can cause a sharp dip in blood pressure, even leading to death, so avoid its intake together.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

One should avoid consuming alcohol while taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet as this medicine can interact with alcohol and may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Safe if prescribed

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet could be used during pregnancy after consulting a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet could be used during breastfeeding after consulting a doctor.

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Driving

Caution

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet may cause lightheadedness in the body, so a person taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet should avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery or tasks that require mental alertness.

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

In persons dealing with liver problems, the use of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet is allowed if prescribed by the doctor. However, in patients with severe liver problems should take a low dose of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet as much as possible. Do not take more than 8 mg of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet per day in case of liver disease.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

The use of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet is safe in patients dealing with kidney disorders. No dose adjustment is required.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet should not be given to the children below 4 years of age. The use of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet is safe in children above 4 years of age if prescribed by the doctor.

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Reference

  1. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/020103s035_020605s019_020781s019lbl.pdf
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6049.pdf

About Vomifriz 4mg Tablet

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet belongs to a group of medications called ' anti-emetics' primarily used in the prevention of vomiting (being sick) and nausea (feeling sick) that usually occur after cancer chemotherapy, radiation treatment or surgery. Nausea is an uneasy feeling in which a person feels an urge to vomit while vomiting is the natural response to the body to forcefully discharge the stomach contents.

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet contains 'Ondanestron' that works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. As a result, Vomifriz 4mg Tablet prevents the sensation of nausea and vomiting caused due to conditions like surgery, cancer chemotherapy, pregnancy or motion sickness.

Take Vomifriz 4mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Vomifriz 4mg Tablet based on your medical condition. A person taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet often experience side effects that include a feeling of warmth, constipation, headache, diarrhoea, headache, drowsiness, feeling of tiredness. Although, not every person faces the side effects of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet, and even some of the unpleasant effects of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet do not require medical attention.

The use of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet is restricted in persons who are allergic to any of the ingredients present in this medicine. Tell your doctor if you are facing liver, kidney, or heart disorders. Vomifriz 4mg Tablet should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consulting a doctor. Vomifriz 4mg Tablet contains lactose so tell your doctor if you have an intolerance to some sugars.

Uses of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet

Nausea, Vomiting

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Medicinal Benefits

Vomifriz 4mg Tablet belongs to a group of medications called anti-emetics used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with conditions like cancer chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, pregnancy and motion sickness in adults and children above 4 years of age. When serotonin level increases in the blood, it stimulates the CTZ receptor (chemoreceptor trigger zone) located in the brain responsible for controlling nausea and vomiting. Vomifriz 4mg Tablet acts by inhibiting the release of this serotonin, thereby preventing nausea and vomiting. 

Directions for Use

Tablet: It can be taken with or without a meal as advised by the doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. Oral disintegrating tablet/Mouth dissolving tablet (tablet MD): Check the label for directions before use. Do not handle the tablet with wet hands. Place the tablet in the mouth and allow it to dissolve. Do not swallow it as a whole.Syrup/Suspension: Shake the bottle well before use and take it as prescribed by your doctor with a measuring cup or spoon.

Side Effects of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet

  • Sensations of flushing
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Confusion
  • Dizziness
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Fever
  • Headache
  • Shortness of breath
  • Weakness

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are dealing with an uneven heart, liver problems, or any other problem. Tell your doctor if you are taking medicine for epilepsy, cancer medicines, and abnormal heartbeats. Vomifriz 4mg Tablet may affect a person's ability to drive. Therefore, should avoid driving or operating any machine. People with an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), and phenylketonuria (too much of protein phenylalanine in the blood) should not take Vomifriz 4mg Tablet as it may cause serious conditions. The liver patient should not take more than 8 mg of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet daily. Vomifriz 4mg Tablet should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consultation with a doctor. Taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with apomorphine can cause a sharp dip in blood pressure, even leading to death, so avoid its intake together.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OndansetronZiprasidone
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OndansetronFentanyl
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OndansetronZiprasidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet 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.
OndansetronFentanyl
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Taking fentanyl with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking fentanyl with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, muscle pain or stiffness, stomach cramps, vomiting, or diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
OndansetronTrazodone
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with Trazodone may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet along with trazodone can result in an interaction but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), 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. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OndansetronDextromethorphan
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet and Dextromethorphan may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Vomifriz 4mg Tablet and Dextromethorphan, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as seizures (fits), extreme changes in blood pressure, confusion, hallucination, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, tremors, incoordination, blurred vision, muscle spasms or stiffness, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramp, and diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronDuloxetine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with duloxetine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with duloxetine can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OndansetronDoxepin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
When Vomifriz 4mg Tablet 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 Vomifriz 4mg Tablet 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.
OndansetronSertraline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Sertraline and Vomifriz 4mg Tablet can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body) and increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet along with Sertraline can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor if you experience abrupt confusion, hallucination, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
OndansetronNilotinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with nilotinib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet 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.
OndansetronOsimertinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with Osimertinib increases the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Vomifriz 4mg Tablet along with Osimertinib 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.
OndansetronAlfuzosin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Vomifriz 4mg Tablet:
Taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet along with alfuzosin can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Vomifriz 4mg Tablet along with alfuzosin can lead to interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

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  • PREGABALIN
  • LORAZEPAM

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Do not use Vomifriz 4mg Tablet with Apomorphine as it can cause a sudden fall of blood pressure leading to death or coma.
  • Vomifriz 4mg Tablet contains 'phenylalanine' so if you have Phenylketonuria (PKU) avoid its intake. 

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • A person should take a healthy diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables, lean meats, skinless poultry, nuts, fish, whole grains, plant-based oils, and low-fat dairy products will help to keep a person in good health and avoid chances of nausea and vomiting. 
  • One should avoid taking greasy or oily foods as this food triggers nausea and vomit.
  • Eat cool foods instead of hot and spicy foods.
  • Include clear broths, non-fat yoghurt, fruit juice, sherbet, and sports drinks for fluid make up which has got lost due to vomiting. 

 

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