Vero-Ondansetron

Vero-Ondansetron: an effective antiemetic agent for chemotherapy, radiation and postoperative therapy

Vero-Ondansetron is an antiemetic drug used to prevent nausea and vomiting that can occur as a result of cytotoxic chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and in the postoperative period. It is synonymous with Ondansetron and is produced in Russia by Veropharm/Belgorod/Ocasa Pharma, as well as in India by Ocasa Pharma.

The active ingredient in Vero-Ondansetron is Ondansetron. The dosage form of the drug can be presented in the form of film-coated or conventional tablets, as well as in the form of an injection solution.

The use of Vero-Ondansetron is indicated for cytotoxic chemotherapy, including the use of high doses of cisplatin, radiation therapy (irradiation of the entire surface of the body, partial single high-dose or daily irradiation of the abdominal area) and in the postoperative period. The drug is effective in preventing nausea and vomiting that may occur as a result of these procedures.

Vero-Ondansetron has a number of contraindications, including hypersensitivity, liver failure, abdominal surgery, pregnancy (especially in the first three months), breastfeeding (stop during treatment), children's age (up to 2 years in case of anesthesia, up to 4 years during chemotherapy, the entire age group during radiation therapy and for prescribing suppositories).

When using Vero-Ondansetron, some side effects may occur, such as constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, hiccups, headache, dizziness, visual disturbances, a feeling of warmth and flushing of the face, central nervous system depression, paresthesia, weakness, seizures, extrapyramidal symptoms, hypokalemia, tachycardia or bradycardia, hypotension, fainting, chest pain, ECG abnormalities and others.

The interaction of Vero-Ondansetron with other drugs has not been studied. No overdose has been reported either.

It is important to note that Vero-Ondansetron is not recommended to be administered in the same syringe with other drugs. Injection forms are diluted only with recommended solutions. Compatible with infusion solutions of glucose and sodium chloride.

Vero-Ondansetron is an effective and safe antiemetic that can be used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, radiation therapy and the postoperative period. However, before using this drug, you should consult your doctor and read the instructions for use.