Vomiford Drop
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Vomiford Drop is a medicine given to children to help treat nausea and vomiting. It is mainly given to treat nausea and vomiting associated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and stomach/intestinal infection. It also helps treat vomiting that is caused as a side effect of medicines like painkillers.
Vomiford Drop is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
Vomiford Drop is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
Uses of Vomiford Drop in children
Benefits of Vomiford Drop for your child
In Treatment of Nausea
Vomiford Drop 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 by cancer chemotherapy and radiation treatment (in adults and children aged 4 years and older). It is usually taken both before and after chemotherapy or radiation. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from these treatments. 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 Vomiford Drop in children
Vomiford Drop does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Vomiford
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Headache
How can I give Vomiford Drop to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Vomiford Drop may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Vomiford Drop works
During radiotherapy, chemotherapy, abdominal infection, or any major surgeries, the dead cells in the body start releasing a chemical called serotonin directly into the blood. Later, this stimulates special centers in the body that are responsible for inducing vomiting in your child. Giving Vomiford Drop just before the procedure helps block the effect of this chemical on vomiting centers of the brain and prevents vomiting.
Safety advice
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Vomiford Drop is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Vomiford Drop is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Vomiford Drop should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vomiford Drop may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
In severe liver disease, do not exceed the prescribed dose and consult your child’s doctor.
In severe liver disease, do not exceed the prescribed dose and consult your child’s doctor.
What if I forget to give Vomiford Drop to my child?
Do not panic. Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, you must skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Vomiford Drop effectively controls nausea and bouts of vomiting reflex in children undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy sessions.
- It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
- Practice self-care measures:
- Give plenty of fluids to your child to avoid dehydration
- Avoid giving fried and spicy food or heavy meals to your child.
- Ensure that your child eats slowly and in small proportions.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Carbazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Serotonin antagonists (5-HT3 antagonists)
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. What is Vomiford Drop used for?
Vomiford Drop is generally given before any major surgery or before chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions. In case your child is about to undergo any of the above procedures, the doctor may ask you to give Vomiford Drop to your child to prevent vomiting post-procedure. Apart from this, Vomiford Drop is also found useful in treating vomiting caused due to diseases of the stomach. In such a case, your child’s doctor may prescribe giving Vomiford Drop to your child for a few days. Stick to the dose for best results.
Q. What if my child takes too much Vomiford Drop?
Vomiford Drop is unlikely to cause harm if you give an extra dose by mistake. However, you must still speak to your child’s doctor immediately. Sometimes, excessive intake of Vomiford Drop can cause some serious side effects like excess sleepiness, agitation, rapid heartbeat, hypertension, flushing, dilated pupils, sweating, involuntary muscle jerk, uncontrolled eye movements, overactive reflexes, and seizures. These symptoms are collectively known as serotonin syndrome. If any of these appear, consult the doctor without any delay.
Q. How should Vomiford Drop be stored?
Vomiford Drop should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all the medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Vomiford Drop?
Vomiford Drop can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Vomiford Drop. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Call your child’s doctor immediately if your child develops symptoms of serotonin syndrome like irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomiting, inability to pass wind, pale skin and eyes, dark-colored urine, restlessness, and insomnia.
Q. My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Vomiford Drop along with it?
Avoid combining Vomiford Drop with such medicines because concomitant use of Vomiford Drop with medicines meant to treat depression or migraine results in serotonin syndrome. Consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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Country of origin: India
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