asv-set 4 tablet - Ondansetron (4mg) medicine

Asv-Set 4 Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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๐Ÿญ Asvins Lifecare ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 26, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 26, 2026

What is asv-set 4 tablet used for?

Asv-Set 4 Tablet contains Ondansetron 4mg, a serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonist used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery. It works by blocking serotonin, a natural substance that can cause vomiting. It is taken as needed, usually 30 minutes before the triggering event.

  • Generic Name: Ondansetron
  • Manufacturer: Asvins Lifecare
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
๐Ÿ’ก Did You Know? The first generic medicine was introduced in India in 1970 after the Patents Act was amended.

๐Ÿ’Š asv-set 4 tablet Uses & Benefits

Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy; prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting; prevention of radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.

Off-label uses: Treatment of hyperemesis gravidarum; management of pruritus in cholestasis; treatment of serotonin syndrome (limited evidence).

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Ondansetron
Brand NameAnset 4mg Tablet MD
ManufacturerAsvins Lifecare
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
Action ClassSerotonin antagonists (5-HT3 antagonists)
Route of AdministrationOral (tablet, orally disintegrating tablet, oral solution); intravenous; intramuscular.
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract; oral bioavailability is about 60% due to first-pass metabolism.
DistributionWidely distributed in body tissues; volume of distribution approximately 1.8-2.4 L/kg.
Protein Binding70-76% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver via CYP1A2, CYP2D6, and CYP3A4; major metabolites are glucuronide conjugates.
Half-LifeApproximately 3-6 hours in adults; longer in elderly (5-7 hours) and hepatic impairment (up to 20 ho
ExcretionPrimarily renal (about 5% unchanged) and fecal; metabolites excreted in urine and bile.
BioavailabilityAbout 60% (oral); 100% (intravenous).
Onset of ActionOral: 30-60 minutes; IV: within minutes.
Peak Plasma TimeOral: 1-2 hours; IV: at end of infusion.
Duration of Action4-8 hours (oral); 4-6 hours (IV).

How It Works

Selective antagonist of serotonin 5-HT3 receptors, blocking serotonin binding in the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) and gastrointestinal tract, thereby preventing nausea and vomiting.

Mechanism Steps

1Ondansetron binds to 5-HT3 receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone (CTZ) of the area postrema and in the gastrointestinal tract.
2Blocks serotonin (5-HT) from binding to these receptors.
3Inhibits the activation of the vomiting reflex pathway.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take asv-set 4 tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

๐ŸŒ… Morning โœ… โ˜€๏ธ Afternoon โŒ ๐ŸŒ† Evening โœ… ๐ŸŒ™ Night โŒ

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of asv-set 4 tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhea

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • QT prolongation
  • Torsades de pointes
  • Serotonin syndrome
  • Hypersensitivity reactions (including anaphylaxis)
  • Bronchospasm

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Transient liver enzyme elevation
  • Blurred vision
  • Extrapyramidal reactions (dystonia, oculogyric crisis)
  • Hypokalemia
  • Hypomagnesemia

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Apomorphine Major Increased risk of severe hypotension and loss of consciousness
Tramadol Moderate Increased risk of serotonin syndrome
SSRIs Moderate Increased risk of serotonin syndrome

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Apomorphine
  • Tramadol
  • Serotonergic drugs (e.g., SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs)

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • QTc-prolonging agents (e.g., class IA/III antiarrhythmics, certain antipsychotics)
  • CYP2D6 substrates (e.g., codeine, metoprolol)
  • CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampin, carbamazepine)
  • CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole, erythromycin)

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Antacids
  • Cimetidine

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions; may be taken with or without food.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Alcohol may increase sedative effects; avoid concurrent use.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

Liver
Low
Kidney
Low
Heart
Low
Pregnancy
Category A

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to ondansetron or any component; concomitant use with apomorphine; congenital long QT syndrome.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

ECG (QT interval) in patients at risk; liver function tests if symptoms of hepatotoxicity; electrolyte levels (potassium, magnesium) before IV administration.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk in small amounts; caution advised; consider risk-benefit.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Supportive care; monitor ECG for QT prolongation; no specific antidote; hemodialysis not effective.

โฐ Missed Dose

If a dose is missed, take it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 26, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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