Uses of Supracetron Injection
Supracetron 4mg Injection is used in the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting.
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Side effects of Supracetron Injection
Common
Fatigue, Headache, Injection site allergic reaction, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Constipation.
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How to use Supracetron Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Supracetron Injection works
Supracetron 4mg Injection is an antiemetic (anti-nausea medicine). It inhibits the action of serotonin, a chemical messenger that can trigger nausea and vomiting.
In Depth Information on Supracetron Injection
Expert advice for Supracetron Injection
Take Supracetron 30 minutes before your food.
If you vomit within 30 minutes after taking the Supracetron, take the same amount again. If vomiting continues, check with your doctor.
If Supracetron is used for a short duration, for e.g. 6 -10 days, the risk of side-effects is minimal (well-tolerated).
You can use oral disintegrating film/strip (medicated strip that dissolves when comes in contact with a wet surface) form of the Supracetron if you are nauseous to swallow a tablet or capsule.
If you are using Supracetron in the form of oral disintegrating film/strip:
Make sure your hands are dry.
Immediately place the film/strip on the top of the tongue.
The film/strip will dissolve in seconds and you can swallow it with your saliva.
You do not need to drink water or other liquids to swallow the film/strip.