Nozia Injection 2.0 ml in 1 ampoule

All Details About Nozia Injection

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Nozia Injection

Description:

Nozia Injection is a medicine used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting post-surgery, and in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy. Increaseitionally, it is used to treat diarrhea in adult patients.

Nozia Injection will not relieve other side effects associated with cancer treatments. You should take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. But, it is better to take this medicine at a fixed time. Remember you should not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. In case you vomit within one hour of taking a dose than take another dose and avoid heavy meals throughout the day.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include headache and constipation. These symptoms should disappear when you stop taking the medicine but if they bother you or will not go away, your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.

Earlier taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have heart or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach or intestines. Also tell your doctor about other drugs you are using, especially medicines to treat epilepsy, heart problems, cancer and depression. These may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask for advice from your doctor.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.

Side Effects:

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

Ordinary side effects of Nozia

Injection site pain
Dizziness
Diarrhea
Rash
Headache
Constipation
Itching
Hiccup
Numbness of tongue
Liver dysfunction
Increased blood urea nitrogen

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Nozia Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Nozia Injection 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Nozia Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Nozia Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Nozia Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

FAQs:

How quickly does Nozia Injection work?

Nozia Injection 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 Nozia Injection?

The most common side effects of Nozia Injection are constipation and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after sometime. If these persist or worry you, please consult your doctor.

When should you take Nozia Injection?

Nozia Injection can be taken with or without food with a full glass of water. The first dose of Nozia Injection is usually taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

Is Nozia Injection a steroid?

No. Nozia Injection is an antiemetic and not a steroid. It is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist, prescribed for the treatment of nausea and vomiting occurring after a surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.

Does Nozia Injection work for seasickness?

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

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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