Ondansetron 4 mg Flavored Mouth Dissolving Tablet Use, Indication, Side Effects, Dosage, Mechanism of Action, Price, Contra-Indications, Drug Interactions...

DOVION MD Tablet 

Uses and Indications of DOVION MD Tablet:

• Primary Use: Prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting.

• Specific Indications:

  • Postoperative nausea and vomiting.

  • Nausea and vomiting associated with chemotherapy or radiation therapy.

  • Nausea in certain other medical conditions as directed by a doctor.

Mechanism of Action of Ondansetron Tablet:

• Ondansetron is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist.

• It blocks serotonin (5-HT) receptors in the brain (chemoreceptor trigger zone) and gastrointestinal tract, preventing the stimulation that causes nausea and vomiting.

Dosage of DOVION MD Tablet:

• General Adult Dosage:

  • 4 mg tablet placed on the tongue to dissolve (do not chew), typically 30 minutes before chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery.

• Frequency: Can be repeated every 8 hours if needed, based on the doctor’s advice.

• For Children: The dosage may vary depending on weight and age, as prescribed by a doctor.

Side Effects of Ondansetron Tablet:

• Common:

  • Headache

  • Constipation or diarrhea

  • Fatigue or drowsiness

  • Dizziness

• Rare but serious:

  • Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling)

  • Changes in heart rhythm (QT prolongation)

  • Serotonin syndrome (especially when combined with serotonergic drugs)

Contraindications of DOVION MD Tablet:

• Hypersensitivity to ondansetron or similar medications (e.g., granisetron).

• Patients with congenital long QT syndrome.

Drug Interactions of Ondansetron Tablet:

• Increased risk of QT prolongation:

  • Antipsychotics (e.g., haloperidol)

  • Antiarrhythmics (e.g., amiodarone)

  • Fluoroquinolone antibiotics

• Increased risk of serotonin syndrome:

  • SSRIs or SNRIs (e.g., sertraline, venlafaxine)

  • MAO inhibitors

  • Tramadol

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