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Laimlar Injection 2 ml is an antiemetic medication used in the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy. This medication contains ondansetron which functions by inhibiting the activity of serotonin, a neurotransmitter that activates the brain's vomiting center (chemoreceptor trigger zone, or CTZ).

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

ONDANSETRON-2MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lairon Life Sciences Pvt. Ltd.

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Laimlar Injection 2 ml

Laimlar Injection 2 ml is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy. Nausea is an uneasy feeling in which a person feels an urge to vomit, while vomiting is the natural response of the body to expel the stomach contents from the mouth forcefully.

Laimlar Injection 2 ml contains Ondansetron, which works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting.

In some cases, Laimlar Injection 2 ml may cause headache, constipation, a feeling of warmth or flushing, redness, and irritation at the site of injection. If the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Laimlar Injection 2 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. It should be given to children only in doses advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight or body surface area. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you must inform your doctor before taking Laimlar Injection 2 ml.

Uses of Laimlar Injection 2 ml

Laimlar Injection 2 ml is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting caused by various medical conditions. The detailed uses of Laimlar Injection 2 ml are as follows:

  • Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) : Laimlar Injection 2 ml is used in adults and children to prevent and manage nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy.
  • Post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV): Laimlar Injection 2 ml helps prevent and treat nausea and vomiting that may occur after surgery.
  • Radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: In adults receiving radiation treatment for cancer, Laimlar Injection 2 ml is used to reduce or prevent nausea and vomiting associated with therapy.

Key Benefits

  • Laimlar Injection 2 ml contains Ondansetron that blocks the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain.
  • Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in adults and children, as well as after surgery.
  • Additionally, Laimlar Injection 2 ml can be used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by radiotherapy for cancer in adults.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Laimlar Injection 2 ml will be administered by the doctor.
  • Do not self-administer.

How Laimlar Injection 2 ml Works

Laimlar Injection 2 ml contains Ondansetron which works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting center (chemoreceptor trigger zone CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Laimlar Injection 2 ml as this medicine can interact with alcohol and may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

If you are pregnant, inform your doctor before taking Laimlar Injection 2 ml. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

If you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before taking Laimlar Injection 2 ml. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

Laimlar Injection 2 ml usually does not affect your driving ability. However, do not drive if you feel any discomfort.

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Liver

Caution

Take Laimlar Injection 2 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

Laimlar Injection 2 ml may be safe to use in patients with kidney problems if prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Laimlar Injection 2 ml should be used in children only in doses advised by the doctor based on child’s body weight or body surface area.

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Heart

Caution

Laimlar Injection 2 ml may be used in heart patients but requires caution due to risk of QT prolongation. ECG monitoring is advised to prevent serious arrhythmias, especially in those with existing cardiac conditions.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Laimlar Injection 2 ml can be used in geriatric patients, but with caution. Older adults may be more sensitive to side effects like QT prolongation, so ECG monitoring is often recommended during treatment.

What if I have taken an overdose of Laimlar Injection 2 ml

Laimlar Injection 2 ml is administered by a health care professional in a hospital setting. Hence, the chances of overdose are less. Symptoms of overdose may include sudden loss of vision, severe constipation, feeling light-headed, or fainting. There is no specific antidote for Ondansetron overdose. Your doctor may take necessary measures if an overdose is suspected.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy and low-fat diet, especially in small portions, as it will be easy to digest. Avoid eating overly sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting.
  • Drink any other liquid at least 30 minutes after eating food.
  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do the cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Laimlar Injection 2 ml to start to work: Laimlar Injection 2 ml ideally shows its action within 30 minutes after administration. 
  • The time for which the effects of Laimlar Injection 2 ml last: The duration of action for Laimlar Injection 2 ml is unknown.

What if you forget to take Laimlar Injection 2 ml

As this medicine is administered in a hospital by your healthcare professional, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you have any concerns, contact your doctor.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Laimlar Injection 2 ml out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • If you are allergic to Ondansetron, Palanosetron, Granisetron, or any other medicines, please tell your doctor.
  • Laimlar Injection 2 ml should be given to children only in doses as advised by the doctor based on the child’s body weight or body surface area.
  • Laimlar Injection 2 ml should be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding after consultation with a doctor.
  • If you have problems with levels of sodium, magnesium, and potassium salts in your blood, inform your doctor before taking Laimlar Injection 2 ml.

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Laimlar Injection 2 ml may interact with anticonvulsants (phenytoin, carbamazepine), antituberculosis drug (rifampicin), antibiotics (erythromycin), antifungal (ketoconazole), narcotic analgesics (tramadol, methadone), beta-blockers, anti-arrhythmic medicines, antidepressants (citalopram, fluoxetine, fluvoxamine, paroxetine, sertraline, escitalopram, duloxetine, venlafaxine), chemotherapy drugs (anthracyclines, trastuzumab) and antipsychotic (haloperidol).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have a blockage in the gut, liver or heart problems, an imbalance of potassium, sodium and magnesium in the blood, inform your doctor before taking Laimlar Injection 2 ml.

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FAQs

Laimlar Injection 2 ml belongs to a class of drugs called antiemetics used to prevent nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy.

Laimlar Injection 2 ml works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting center (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting.

You are not recommended to take erythromycin with Laimlar Injection 2 ml as it may increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Laimlar Injection 2 ml.

Laimlar Injection 2 ml may cause constipation as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking Laimlar Injection 2 ml to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

Laimlar Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver problems. However, inform your doctor if you have any liver problems before taking Laimlar Injection 2 ml so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.

Yes, Laimlar Injection 2 ml may be used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. Laimlar Injection 2 ml blocks serotonin (a chemical) action which is responsible for causing nausea and vomiting.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No.95, 11th Cross St, Venkata Subramania Nagar, Sairam Avenue, Valasaravakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600087
Other Info - LAI0041
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