Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup
About Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup
Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup belongs to the antiemetics drug group that is used for treating nausea as well as vomiting, caused by other medical treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. This medicine will block the chemical serotonin from releasing in your gut and your central nervous system. This will prevent vomiting and nausea. Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup is available in four different forms that can be taken orally; tablet, disintegrating (dissolving) tablet, solution and film. It also comes in an IV (intravenous) form that can be injected to your body by a doctor. You can take it with food or without food.
Your doctor must be informed if you are allergic to Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup as well as other medications that block serotonin, along with any other allergies that you have. He/ She must also know about your medical history and if you had problems such as liver disease, irregular heartbeat and stomach or intestinal problems in the past. Apart from that, you must also inform the doctor if you are under any medication for depression or any psychiatric disorder.
The dosage of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup is decided after taking your medical condition into account and how responsive your body is to therapy. In case of children, the dose also depends on their weight and age. If you are undergoing chemotherapy, you need to take Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup orally half an hour before your treatment starts. In case of radiation, take it 1-2 hours before the procedure of treatment begins. For preventing nausea before a surgery, it is advised to take the medication an hour before your surgery. In case you miss a dose, you can take the medication once you remember it. If it is already time for the next dose, ensure that you do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose. Overdose of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup can lead to severe constipation, faint spells or feeling light-headed.
The side effects of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup can include dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation and headache. These side effects are usually mild in nature and goes away in a few days or 1-2 weeks. You can consult your doctor if these symptoms remain for a long time. There are some serious side effects that Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup may have, which would require immediate medical supervision. They include:
- Stiffness of the muscle / muscle spasms
- Blurred vision or loss of vision temporarily
- Fast heartbeat and sweating
- Headache, accompanied with chest pain and a feeling of dizziness
- Yellowing of the eyes or the skin
- Hallucinating
- An allergic reaction to the medication; the symptoms of which include fever, chills, rashes, difficulty in breathing and swelling of the lips, tongue, throat or face.
What are the contraindications of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup ?
Avoid if the patient has a known allergy to Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup.
Apomorphine
Avoid using Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup with Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup as it increases the risk of lightheadedness and loss of consciousness.
What are the side effects of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup ?
Headache
Key highlights of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup
How long is the duration of effect?
Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup is excreted primarily in urine and the effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 12 to 28 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup can be observed within 30 minutes for Intravenous and 2 hours for the tablet.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Use of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup is not recommended in pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
No clear data is available whether Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup is excreted through human breast milk. So, use of this drug is not recommended in breastfeeding women.
What are the substitutes for Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Ondafresh Syrup Pineapple
Smart Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Ondiron 2Mg Drop
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
- Ondentron 2Mg Suspension
Wockhardt Ltd
- Vomalthea 2Mg Syrup
Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Vomison 2Mg Syrup
Patson Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Oneeda 2Mg Syrup
Yash Pharma Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Dioset Syrup
Divine Lifecare Pvt Ltd
- Dimpy O 2Mg Syrup
Group Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Osent-Md 2Mg Syrup
Calibar Pharmaceuticals
- Ondeon Syrup
Innovative Pharmaceuticals
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any overdose instructions?
Seek emergency medical attention or contact the doctor in case of overdose.
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
How does this medication work?
Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup works by blocking 5-HT3 receptors peripherally on vagal nerve terminals and centrally in the chemoreceptor trigger zone.
What are the interactions of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Medicine
Apomorphine
Use of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup with Apomorphine is not recommended. Replacement of the drug should be considered under the doctor's supervision. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.Amiodarone
Use of Lupicetron 2Mg Syrup with Amiodarone is not recommended as it may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulty in breathing if these drugs are used together. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if the patient is having any heart disease. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.Amitriptyline
If these drugs are used together, the patient may experience confusion, hallucination, changes in blood pressure, fever or excessive sweating. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.Carbamazepine
Patient's nausea and vomiting may not subside if these drugs are taken together. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.Phenytoin
Patient's nausea and vomiting may not subside if these drugs are taken together. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.Cyclophosphamide
The desired effect of cyclophosphamide will not be obtained if these drugs are concurrently taken. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.Interaction with Disease
Qt Prolongation
Details of any heart disease, family history of an arrhythmia or any other drugs that cause QT interval prolongation (eg: Antipsychotics, Arrhythmia drugs) should be reported to the doctor. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if the patient is having any heart disease.
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