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Introduction of Prevent Tablet

Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of nausea or vomiting during pregnancy. It blocks signals to reach the brain that trigger the feeling of nausea and vomiting.

Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is a combination of H1 antihistaminics (first generation), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), and folic acid.

Uses of Prevent Tablet

Benefits of Prevent Tablet

In Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick during pregnancy. This medicine helps you cope up with nausea or vomiting that occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and helps you complete the term without much discomfort. It also contains nutritional supplements that improve your baby’s immune system, enhance the baby’s brain development and also help reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

Side effects of Prevent Tablet

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 Prevent

  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Constipation

How to use Prevent Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Driving
UNSAFE
Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Prevent Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Prevent Tablet

  • Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet helps treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women whose symptoms did not improved using diet and lifestyle changes. 
  • Take it on an empty stomach with a glass of water.
  • It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Do not take it with other sedating medications such as cough and cold medications as the combination could worsen dizziness leading to falls or other accidents

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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I am 72 days pregnant. I can't able to eat anything. Always feeling vomiting. I am more worried about my baby. Will my baby get sufficient nutrition?
Dr. Megha Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Please start taking Doxinate tablet thrice a day to prevent nausea. As nausea decreases, you should be able to eat properly.
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Not eating. Vomiting wt we do.
Dr. Megha Gupta
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Avoiding fluids including tea and water right early in the morning will help. Ginger also helps with the nausea and vomiting of pregnancy.
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FAQs

Prevent Tablet

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it at as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet can cause increased side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of nausea or vomiting, which is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Can the use of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?

Yes, one of the common side effects of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is drowsiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention. Do not drink alcohol or take any medicines that may depress the central nervous system like cough and cold medicines, certain pain medicines, and medicines that help you sleep, while you are taking Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet. Severe drowsiness can happen or it can become worse and cause falls or accidents.

Can the use of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.

Can a pregnant woman take Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet?

Yes, it is safe to take Prevent OD 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet in pregnant women. In fact, this medicine is used to treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. It is mainly recommended to those women whose symptoms have not improved after changing their diet or using other non-medicine treatments.

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References

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  5. Folic Acid. Maidenhead: Intrapharm Laboratories Limited; 2011 [revised 8 May 2018]. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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