Dewstron, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The correct dosage of Dewstron depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dewstron as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Dewstron are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Dewstron's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Dewstron related warnings talks about Dewstron's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Dewstron is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dewstron contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Dewstron have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dewstron is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Dewstron is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dewstron is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dewstron safe for pregnant women?
Dewstron is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Dewstron safe during breastfeeding?
Dewstron may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Dewstron on the Kidneys?
Dewstron is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Dewstron on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Dewstron. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Dewstron only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dewstron on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Dewstron. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Dewstron should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dewstron unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dewstron habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Dewstron.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Dewstron. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dewstron is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Dewstron in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Dewstron
It is safe to take Dewstron with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dewstron
Taking Dewstron with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Dewstron may cause drowsiness because this drug has been reported to induce sleep. Ensure you do not drive or do some high precision work. To avoid excessive drowsiness with this medicine you are encouraged to take adequate night-time sleep, keeping distractions out of the bedroom, going to sleep and getting up at consistent times, eating light at lunchtime, putting in some form of a physical activity, avoiding taking naps during the day, and avoiding alcohol at night.
Dewstron is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Dewstron has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. The initial dose is usually taken half an hour before chemotherapy, 1 to 2 hours before radiation therapy and 1 hour before a surgery. Additional doses can be suggested by the doctor as per the individual requirements.
No, Dewstron is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Dewstron is a brand name for ondansetron. It belongs to a class of compounds known as serotonin type 3 receptor antagonists. It is available in the form of tablet and injection. It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by anti-cancer drugs, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent post-surgical nausea and vomiting.
Dewstron belongs to a class of compounds known as 5 -HT3 receptor antagonists. It blocks the action of serotonin completely at the 5-HT3 receptor sites present in our brain (vomiting centre) which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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