Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml

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Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is designed to stop or lessen nausea and vomiting that patient’s might experience postoperatively,during chemotherapy or during radiation therapy.It may also be prescribed to pregnant women in their first trimester under the care and supervision of a physician.Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is available in two different formats,a tablet form to be ingested orally and in a liquid form that comes packaged in a transparent glass vial and it is injected in the patient either intramuscularly (into a patient’s muscles) or intravenously (into a patient’s veins).

Whether Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is to be ingested orally or administered by a healthcare professional either intravenously or intramuscularly is dependent on the physician in charge of the patient’s case.Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml selectively blocks serotonin receptors present in the intestines,that are responsible for causing vomiting and nausea.Dosage for both (the tablet as well as the infection) essentially depends on the patient’s level of illness,response of the body to Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml and any adverse effects felt by the patient while undergoing treatment.Dosage is not to be increased or decreased without the consent of a physician.

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is not safe to be prescribed to children aged younger than 4 years.Common side effects such as headache,dizziness and fatigue,may be commonly felt by patients;these effects tend to be temporary and resolve on their own in a few days’ time.Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is not recommended to patients suffering from severe liver,kidney and heart illnesses.During treatment with Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml,the doctor may will periodically do lab tests to monitor patient’s potassium levels and the duration of OT intervals in the heartbeat. 

Indications

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml can be used during chemotherapy and radiation therapy to treat and prevent:

• Nausea
• Vomiting 

How To Use Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml 

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is available in two different formats,a tablet form to be ingested orally and in a liquid form that comes packaged in a transparent glass vial and it is injected in the patient either intramuscularly (into a patient’s muscles) or intravenously (into a patient’s veins).The tablet is to be ingested whole;it’s not meant to be crushed or chewed.

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is advised to be ingested an hour or 2 hours before undergoing treatment.Minimum of 30 minutes before undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy.The tablet format is to be ingested with plenty of water to help ease the tablet’s passage through the throat.In its injection format,the healthcare worker will disinfect the area before inserting a needle into the veins or the muscles.After administering the drug,the needle is carefully taken out and disposed off.The doctor may slightly press the infection site and then place a bandaid on top.

How Does Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml Work

Cells in the intestines known as Enterochromaffin cells are assumed to be responsible for the feeling of nausea and vomiting,therefore,Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml selectively blocks serotonin receptors present on the Enterochromaffin cells and prevents discomfort caused by nausea and vomiting.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

Patients are started with a tablet a day.Which may be altered to 2 or 3 tablets a day depending on the patient’s needs and any side effects felt by the patient.In its injection format,the physician decides the dosage but most commonly,an ampule per day is administered.

Child Dosage 

Dosage for patients aged 18 years and younger is dependent upon the severity of nausea and vomiting experienced by the patient,the patient’s weight and any side effects felt by the patient.

Elderly Dosage 

A lower dosage of Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is commonly prescribed to patients aged 65 years and above due to reduced lower liver and kidney function.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is deemed safe to be prescribed to pregnant as well as lactating women in their first trimester.Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml needs to be ingested under the care and supervision of a physician.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml:

• Allergy to Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml or any other medicine or food substance
• Moderate to severe liver impairment
• Moderate to severe kidney impairment
• Moderate to severe heart impairment
• Moderate to severe stomach/intestinal impairment
• Arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat)
• Alcohol abuse
• Phenylketonuria

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml:

• Recent stomach or intestinal surgery 
• Mild to moderate liver impairment
• Mild to moderate kidney impairment
• Mild to moderate heart impairment
• Mild to moderate stomach/intestinal impairment
• Low levels of Potassium 
• Low levels of Magnesium

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml:

• Diuretics 
• Tramadol 
• Certain antibiotics (such as,Erythromycin)
• Certain antidepressants (such as,Venlafaxine)
• Certain anti seizures (such as,Phenytoin)
• Pimozide 
• Dofetilide 
• Procainamide 
• Amiodarone
• Quinidine 
• Sotalol
• Lithium 
• Almotriptan 
• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors
• Apomorphine 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml has certain side effects which include:

• Lightheadedness 
• Headache 
• Fatigue 
• Constipation

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Muscles spasms 
• Difficulty in seeing things 
• Stomach cramps 
• Chest pain 
• Fainting 

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Fatigue- Patients experiencing this adverse effect, are advised to take deep breaths,intake tea or coffee,get a good night’s rest and not to overburden themselves for a few days.
• Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe
• Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak –If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
• Constipation- Can be combated by adding more fibers to the patient’s diet,asking the patient to drink plenty of fluids and to increase their physical activity to trigger contractions in the intestines.

Key Facts About Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml

• Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is prescribed to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting experienced by patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy 
• Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is safe to be prescribed to pregnant women in their first trimester 
• Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is available in two different formats;a tablet and in an ampule 
• Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml may cause dizziness and headaches
• Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is not to be ingested if patient suffers from arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat)

FAQS

#1.HOW TO STORE Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml?

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital right away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#3.WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#4.CAN I TAKE Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml DURING MY PREGNANCY?

Yes,Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is deemed safe to be ingested during pregnancy under the care and supervision of a medical professional.

#5.HOW IS Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is available in two different formats,a tablet form to be ingested orally and in a liquid form that comes packaged in a transparent glass vial and it injected in the patient either intramuscularly (into a patient’s muscles) or intravenously (into a patient’s veins).The tablet is to be ingested whole;it’s not meant to be crushed or chewed.

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is advised to be ingested an hour or 2 hours before undergoing treatment.Minimum of 30 minutes before undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy.The tablet format is to be ingested with plenty of water to help ease the tablet’s passage through the throat.In its injection format,the healthcare worker will disinfect the area before inserting a needle into the veins or the muscles.After administering the drug,the needle is carefully taken out and disposed off.The doctor may slightly press the infection site and then place a bandaid on top.

#6.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml?

• Lightheadedness 
• Headache 
• Fatigue 
• Constipation

#7.WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE TREATMENT WITH Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml AND HOW OFTEN?

Kidney and liver function tests along with blood tests to keep check on serum potassium levels are advised to be done periodically along with an occasional ECG test to monitor the OT intervals of a beating heart.

#8.CAN Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml CAUSE DIZZINESS? IF SO, HOW SHOULD I MANAGE IT?

Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during the course of your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.

#9.DOES Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml CAUSE ADDICTION?

No.This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.

#10.HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?

Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml is prescribed to be ingested as throughout the duration of chemotherapy or radiation therapy

#11.CAN I CONSUME ALCOHOL WITH Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml?

Alcohol is known to make an individual dizzy,thus if taken with the medication it may lead to extreme dizziness.It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during the course of your treatment.

#12.WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml?

It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day,an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml at the proper time and at least 30 minutes before undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy.If patient misses a dose of Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml,they should take it immediately.

#13.CAN I DRIVE AFTER TAKING THIS MEDICATION?

This medication is known to make you dizzy hence, if that happens kindly avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.

#14.IS Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml SAFE TO GIVE TO ELDERLY PATIENTS?

Yes.This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 18 years of age.For eldery patients the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased kidney function,Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml may not be effectively removed from the body and so,in such cases the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Endtron 8mg/4ml Ampule 4 ml.