Periset MD 4mg Tablet
Uses of Periset Md 4 MG
Periset Md Tablet is used to prevent and manage nausea and vomiting induced due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy. It is also used to relieve symptoms of nausea and vomiting before and after surgeries and operations.
Contraindications of Periset Md 4 MG
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If you are allergic to ondansetron or any of the other ingredients of Periset Md Tablet.
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If you are consuming a medicine called Apomorphine, which is used to treat the loss of muscle control and muscle stiffness in Parkinson’s disease.
Side effects of Periset Md 4 MG
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Headache
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Constipation
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Hiccups
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Low blood pressure
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Sensation of warmth
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Fits
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Flushing
Precautions and Warnings of Periset Md 4 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
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You have any liver problems.
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You are experiencing a condition of salt imbalance in your blood, dehydration or you are going through fluid loss.
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You are allergic to medicines that are similar like Granisetron or Palonosetron.
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You are experiencing severe constipation or have a blockage in your stomach as this medicine can affect the food transit time through the digestive tract.
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You had or have heart problems like heart failure or irregular heartbeats.
Mode of Action of Periset Md 4 MG
How Does It Work?
Periset Md Tablet works by inhibiting the action of a chemical substance named Serotonin, which is responsible for inducing nausea and vomiting. Ondansetron binds to a receptor known as 5-HT₃, thus inhibits the binding of Serotonin to it and prevents vomiting and nausea.
Directions for Use of Periset Md 4 MG
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Take this medicine as a whole with a sufficient amount of water, with or without food.
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Do not consume it more than the prescribed medicine and for a longer duration.
Interactions of Periset Md 4 MG
Interactions with other medicines
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Some medicines can affect the way Periset Md Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
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Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
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Be careful if you are taking medicine like Amiodarone for uneven heartbeats or Arrhythmias.
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You may experience irregular heart rhythm if you take medicines like Doxorubicin, Trastuzumab, antihypertensive medicine such as Atenolol or Timolol, antimalarial medicine such as Halofantrine, antibiotic medicine like Erythromycin and antifungal medicine like Ketoconazole.
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You may experience low blood pressure and unconsciousness if you take Periset Md Tablet along with Apomorphine. Hence, these medicines should not be used together.
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Medicines used to relieve pain such as Tramadol may not work when taken along with Periset Md Tablet.
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You may experience serotonin syndrome (symptoms like high body temperature, irritation, shakiness, sweating, widened pupils and diarrhoea), including abnormal mental state with medicines used to treat psychiatric illness such as Citalopram or Sertraline.
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Other medicines like Phenytoin, Carbamazepine and Rifampicin may affect the action of Periset Md Tablet.
Storage and disposal of Periset Md 4 MG
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Store Periset Md Tablet in the original packaging.
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Keep the medicine out of reach from children and pets.
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Do not flush unused or expired medicine in the toilet or pour them into the drain.
Dosage of Periset Md 4 MG
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose of Periset Md Tablet are visual disturbances, constipation, low blood pressure and abnormal heart rhythm. If you think you have consumed too much of this medicine, contact your doctor as soon as possible or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
If you missed any dose of Periset Md Tablet, then take it as soon as possible. If it is time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Avoid taking a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
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