Megaset Syrup is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions like stomach upset. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused due to any surgery, cancer drug therapy, or radiotherapy.

Megaset Syrup is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.

Uses of Megaset Syrup

Benefits of Megaset Syrup

In Treatment of Nausea

Megaset Syrup 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 Megaset Syrup

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 Megaset

Constipation
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Headache

How to use Megaset Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Megaset Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Megaset Syrup does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Megaset Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Megaset Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Megaset Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Megaset Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Megaset Syrup is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Megaset Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Megaset Syrup for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
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 try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carbazole Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Serotonin antagonists (5-HT3 antagonists)

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Monitor temperature of Patient. If Patient has fever place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead. Give your Patient a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows: - ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)]. Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr. will determine underlying disorders by clinical examination which range from mild conditions to the most serious of bacterial and viral illnesses and will prescribe medicines accordingly. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.

FAQs

How quickly does Megaset Syrup work?

Megaset Syrup starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.

What are the side effects of Megaset Syrup?

The most common side effects of Megaset Syrup are constipation, diarrhea, fatigue and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after some time. Consult your doctor if these persist or worry you.

When should you take Megaset Syrup?

Megaset Syrup should be taken with a full glass of water, with or without food. It should be used exactly as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Usually, the first dose of Megaset Syrup is taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy or radiation treatment.

Is Megaset Syrup a steroid?

No, Megaset Syrup is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Megaset Syrup is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist. It is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting which is commonly observed after surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.

Does Megaset Syrup work for seasickness?

No, Megaset Syrup does not work for seasickness. This is because Megaset Syrup has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.

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Megaset Syrup

Product introduction

Uses of Megaset Syrup

Benefits of Megaset Syrup

In Treatment of Nausea

Side effects of Megaset Syrup

Common side effects of Megaset

How to use Megaset Syrup

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

How quickly does Megaset Syrup work?

What are the side effects of Megaset Syrup?

When should you take Megaset Syrup?

Is Megaset Syrup a steroid?

Does Megaset Syrup work for seasickness?

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