Drometa
Generic Name
Ondansetron
Manufacturer
Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Country
Bangladesh
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Price Details
Current market pricing information
| Variant | Unit Price | Strip Price |
|---|---|---|
| drometa 4 mg injection | ৳ 5,000.00 | N/A |
Description
Overview of the medicine
Drometa 4 mg Injection contains Ondansetron, an antiemetic medication used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgery.
Uses & Indications
Dosage
Adults
Chemotherapy: 8 mg IV slowly over 15 minutes, or 32 mg IV infusion. Postoperative: 4 mg IV single dose.
Elderly
No general dose adjustment is required, but caution with severe hepatic impairment.
Renal_impairment
No dose adjustment is required for renal impairment.
How to Take
Drometa 4 mg Injection is administered intravenously (IV) or intramuscularly (IM), as directed by a healthcare professional. IV doses should be given slowly.
Mechanism of Action
Ondansetron selectively blocks 5-hydroxytryptamine3 (5-HT3) receptors, which are located both centrally in the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) and peripherally on vagal nerve terminals in the gastrointestinal tract. This action inhibits the initiation of the vomiting reflex.
Pharmacokinetics
Onset
Within 30 minutes for IV administration.
Excretion
Primarily via urine (metabolites), with a small portion excreted in feces.
Half life
Approximately 3-5 hours.
Absorption
Rapid and complete absorption after intravenous (IV) or intramuscular (IM) administration.
Metabolism
Extensively metabolized in the liver by cytochrome P450 enzymes (CYP1A2, CYP2D6, CYP3A4).
Side Effects
Contraindications
- •Hypersensitivity to ondansetron or any component of the formulation.
- •Concomitant use with apomorphine.
Drug Interactions
Tramadol
May reduce the analgesic effect of tramadol.
Apomorphine
Severe hypotension and loss of consciousness (contraindicated).
QT-prolonging drugs
Increased risk of QT prolongation and Torsade de Pointes.
Phenytoin, Carbamazepine, Rifampicin
May decrease ondansetron plasma concentrations.
Storage
Store below 30°C. Protect from light. Do not freeze.
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include transient visual disturbances, severe constipation, hypotension, and vasovagal episodes with transient AV block and QT prolongation. Treatment should be symptomatic and supportive, with ECG monitoring.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy Category B. Use only if clearly needed. Ondansetron is excreted in the milk of lactating animals; it is unknown whether it is excreted in human milk. Caution should be exercised when administered to a nursing woman.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this medicine
Pack Sizes
Shelf Life
24 to 36 months from the date of manufacture, specific to product labeling.
Availability
Pharmacies, hospitals
Approval Status
Approved
Patent Status
Generic available
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