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Emitus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Syrup, Tablet. Nausea and Vomiting are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Emitus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Emitus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Emitus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Emitus's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Emitus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Emitus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Emitus contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Emitus with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Emitus is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Emitus 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Emitus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Emitus without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Emitus safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Emitus for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Emitus on the Kidneys?
Emitus is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Emitus on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Emitus. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Emitus only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Emitus on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Emitus. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Emitus 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 Emitus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emitus habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Emitus has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Emitus can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Emitus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Emitus cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Emitus
Taking Emitus with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emitus
Consuming Emitus with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Emitus 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.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Emitus on your own. Discontinuing Emitus 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, Emitus can be taken for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. Irritable bowel syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disorder affecting a lot of people. It causes gas, abdominal discomfort and changes in the bowel movement like diarrhea or constipation. The disease can be controlled by altering the diet and eating more of fibre and less of fats, alcohol, caffeine and spicy food. Increasing physical activity and reducing stress can also help greatly.
No, Emitus should not be ideally taken with tramadol as the action of both the drugs decreases upon concomitant use. Tramadol is an opioid medication used to treat mild to moderate pain. Take it only when a doctor has prescribed it.
Yes, Emitus is safe to be used in children from 6 months to 12 years of age. Apart from preventing nausea and vomiting related to chemotherapy and radiation, Emitus can be used in this population group for managing acute gastritis. Acute gastritis presents itself as a self-limited infection with vomiting leading to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Always check with a child specialist and do not administer this drug yourself.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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