Glendan 2 MG Syrup
About Glendan 2 MG Syrup
Glendan syrup belongs to the antiemetics drug group which helps in treating nausea as well as vomiting, caused by surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. This medication blocks the chemical serotonin from releasing in your gut and your central nervous system.
If you are allergic to this syrup and other medications that block serotonin, along with other allergies, you must visit a doctor. The doctor must also know about the medical history of yours that whether you had problems such as liver disease, irregular heartbeat and stomach or intestinal problems in the past. If you are undergoing treatment for depression or any psychiatric disorder, you must discuss it with your doctor.
The dosage of this medication will depend on your medical condition and how your body is responding to the therapy. In children, the dose depends on their weight and height. If the patient is undergoing chemotherapy, he must take Glendan orally 30 minutes before the treatment starts. In case of radiation, take this medication 1-2 hours before the treatment. It is also advised to take this medication before one hour before surgery. Overdose of this medication can lead to severe constipation, faint spells or feeling light-headed.
What are the uses of Glendan 2 MG Syrup
Nausea Or Vomiting
What are the contraindications of Glendan 2 MG Syrup ?
Apomorphine
What are the side effects of Glendan 2 MG Syrup ?
Headache
Painful Urination
Key highlights of Glendan 2 MG Syrup
How long is the duration of effect?
It is primarily excreted in urine and it remains effective for a duration of 12 to 28 hours.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.
Is it habit forming?
No, it does not contain habit-forming tendencies.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
It should not be consumed by breastfeeding women. You must consult your doctor to discuss the risks associated with it.
What are the substitutes for Glendan 2 MG Syrup ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Glendan 2 MG Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Naucid 2 MG Syrup
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd
- Vomikind 2 MG Syrup
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Ondet 2 MG Syrup
Neuron Pharma (P) Ltd
- Onditron 2 MG Syrup
Wockhardt Ltd
- Periset 2 MG Syrup
Ipca Laboratories Pvt Ltd.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any overdose instructions?
Doctor consultation is recommended if an overdose is suspected.
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
How does this medication work?
This medication works by blocking 5-HT3 receptors peripherally on vagal nerve terminals and centrally in the chemoreceptor trigger zone.
What are the interactions of Glendan 2 MG 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 Medicine
Medicine
This syrup interacts with Amitriptyline, Carbamazepine, Phenytoin, Amiodarone, Apomorphine, Cyclophosphamide.Interaction with Disease
Disease
This syrup interacts with QT Prolongation and liver disease.
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