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Emeset is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Syrup, Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Emeset depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Emeset as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Emeset go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Emeset is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Emeset's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Emeset can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Emeset in conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency. The section on Emeset contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Emeset have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Emeset is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Emeset is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Emeset safe for pregnant women?
Emeset is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Emeset safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Emeset on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Emeset on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Emeset on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Emeset on the Liver?
Emeset can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Emeset on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Emeset. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Emeset should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emeset unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emeset habit forming or addictive?
Emeset is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Emeset. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Emeset is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Emeset is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emeset
Taking Emeset with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emeset
Consuming Emeset with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Emeset on your own. Discontinuing Emeset may lead to unwanted side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy such as excessive vomiting. You must speak to your doctor first as this will help you to take an informed decision.
Yes, Emeset is usually administered before and after surgery for treating post-anesthesia shivering (PAS) and nausea. PAS is a condition in which tremors of head, neck, trunk, shoulder, and extremities. It greatly reduces the quality of life of a patient since it causes discomfort and increases pain. It disturbs surgical care and increases the stress on cardiopulmonary functions. Hence as a precautionary measure, this medicine is administered to prevent unpleasant anesthetic effects.
Yes, Emeset can be used for the symptom alleviation in anxiety, however, more clinical trials are needed to confirm this association. Anxiety can also be effectively managed by breathing deeply, practicing meditation, and not taking much stress. In case of severe anxiety please speak to your doctor.
No, Emeset is not found to be effective against motion sickness. It prevents vomiting due to chemotherapeutic drugs and radiation. Motion sickness is the disturbance of the inner ear caused by a lot of motion. It can be prevented by not taking too much food or too many drinks or alcohol just before the travel. One should also avoid food with very strong odours. One should avoid reading while traveling. One should also sit in the direction of the travel. One should sit in the front. Open a vent of fresh air and try to be relaxed while traveling.
Emeset belongs to a class of compounds known as 5 -HT3 receptor antagonists. It blocks the action of serotonin completely at the 5-HT3 receptor sites present in our brain (vomiting centre) which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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