Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet is a combination of medicine used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting. It also relieves symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, or irritation by reducing the production of acid in the stomach.
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation, flatulence, headache, and fatigue. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fibre-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are diarrhea, stomach pain, constipation, flatulence, headache, and fatigue. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fibre-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Uses of Washiset O Tablet
Benefits of Washiset O Tablet
In Nausea
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused due to some medicines or cancer treatment. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from cancer treatments such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy. It is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but always take this medicine as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Washiset O Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Washiset O
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Headache
- Flushing of skin
- Fatigue
How to use Washiset O Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Washiset O Tablet works
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Ondansetron and Omeprazole.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet may cause dizziness and visual disturbances. This may affect your driving ability.
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet may cause dizziness and visual disturbances. This may affect your driving ability.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
A lower dose may be advised in patients with liver disease and who have to take this medicine for a long time.
A lower dose may be advised in patients with liver disease and who have to take this medicine for a long time.
What if you forget to take Washiset O Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Washiset O 4mg/20mg Tablet helps treat nausea and vomiting.
- Take it one hour before meal, preferably in the morning.
- It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
- If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
- Avoid heavy meals and sip water regularly while taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
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- MedlinePlus. Ondansetron. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Ondansetron. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Omeprazole. Wilmington, Delaware: AstraZeneca LP; 1989. [Accessed 16 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Plenum Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
Address: Plot Number 463, Industrial Area Phase 1, Panchkula – 134113
Country of origin: India
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