Emeset 4 MG Tablet

Emeset 4 MG Tablet is prescribed for the treatment of nausea as well as vomiting, caused by other medical treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. This belongs to the antiemetics class of drugs. This medicine work by blocking the chemical serotonin from releasing in your gut and your central nervous system. This will prevent vomiting and nausea.

This medicine can be used alone as well as in a combination with other medicines for preventing vomiting and nausea that one experiences after a surgery, chemotherapy or radiation session. You can take it with food or without food.

Your doctor must be informed if you are allergic to Emeset 4 MG Tablet as well as other medications that block serotonin, along with any other allergies that you have. He/ She must also know about your medical history and if you had problems such as:

• Liver disease,
• Irregular heartbeat,
• Stomach or intestinal problems in the past.

Apart from that, you must also inform the doctor if you are under any medication for depression or any psychiatric disorder. The dosage of Emeset 4 MG Tablet is decided after taking your medical condition into account and how responsive your body is to therapy. In the case of children, the dose also depends on their weight and age.

If you are undergoing chemotherapy, you need to take Emeset 4 MG Tablet orally half an hour before your treatment starts. In the case of radiation, take it 1-2 hours before the procedure of treatment begins. For preventing nausea before surgery, it is advised to take the medication an hour before your surgery.

In case you miss a dose, you can take the medication once you remember it. If it is already time for the next dose, ensure that you do not take two doses to make up for the missed dose. Overdose of Emeset 4 MG Tablet can lead to severe constipation, faint spells or feeling light-headed.

The side effects of Emeset 4 MG Tablet can include dizziness, drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation and headache. These side effects are usually mild in nature and go away in a few days or 1-2 weeks. You can consult your doctor if these symptoms remain for a long time. There are some serious side effects that Emeset 4 MG Tablet may have, which would require immediate medical supervision.

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Nausea

• Allergy

• Apomorphine

• Headache

• Constipation

• Fatigue

• Painful Urination

• Fever

• Dry Mouth

• Anxiety

• Dizziness

• Abdominal Cramp

• Rash

• Wheezing

• Bronchospasm

• How long is the duration of effect?

  Effect of this medication could be observed within 12 to 28 hours of oral consumption.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medication can be observed within 2 hours of consumption.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medication is not recommended in pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not known for the use of breastfeeding women, consult a doctor if necessary.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is safe to consume alcohol along with Emeset 4 MG Tablet.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Emeset 4 MG Tablet does not usually affect patients ability to drive.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It is found safe to use Emeset 4 MG Tablet in patients with kidney disease. No adjustment of dose is needed.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Limited information for Emeset 4 MG Tablet is available in patients with liver disease. kindly consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Emeset 4 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Periset 4 MG Tablet

  Ipca Laboratories Pvt Ltd.

• Onset 4 MG Tablet

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Nausehext 4 MG Tablet

  Sanofi India Ltd

• Emigo 4 MG Tablet

  Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

• Ondentron 4 MG Tablet

  Wockhardt Ltd

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical attention or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

It works by blocking 5-HT3 receptors peripherally on vagal nerve terminals and centrally in the chemoreceptor trigger zone.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Emeset 4 MG Tablet causes hypokalemia, thus monitoring of potassium serum concentration is recommended.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Apomorphine : Use of Ondansetron with Apomorphine is not recommended. Replacement of the drug should be considered under the doctor's supervision. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.
  • Amiodarone : Use of Ondansetron with Amiodarone is not recommended as it may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, difficulty in breathing if these drugs are used together. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if the patient is having any heart disease. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.
  • Amitriptyline : If these drugs are used together, the patient may experience confusion, hallucination, changes in blood pressure, fever or excessive sweating. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Usage of other medicines should be reported to the doctor.
  • Carbamazepine : Patient's nausea and vomiting may not subside if these drugs are taken together. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.
  • Phenytoin : Patient's nausea and vomiting may not subside if these drugs are taken together. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.
  • Cyclophosphamide : The desired effect of cyclophosphamide will not be obtained if these drugs are concurrently taken. Under doctor's supervision, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement of the drug should be considered. Details of other drugs should be reported to the doctor.

• Interaction with Disease

  • Qt Prolongation : Details of any heart disease, family history of an arrhythmia or any other drugs that cause QT interval prolongation (eg: Antipsychotics, Arrhythmia drugs) should be reported to the doctor. Regular cardiac function tests are to be performed if the patient is having any heart disease.
  • Liver Disease : Details of any liver disease (jaundice, hepatitis) or other drugs that may affect the liver (eg: TB drugs, HIV drugs) should be reported to the doctor. Regular liver function tests are to be performed if the patient is having any liver disease.

• Ques : What is Emeset 4 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Emeset 4 mg tablet is a medication which has Ondansetron as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release of serotonin, a natural substance which may cause vomiting and nausea.

• Ques : What are the uses of Emeset 4 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Emeset 4 mg tablet is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Nausea and vomiting, Chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting, and Postoperative nausea and vomiting.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Emeset 4 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include Headache, Constipation, Fatigue, Painful urination, Fever, Dry mouth, and Anxiety.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Emeset 4 MG Tablet?

  Ans : Store Emeset tablet in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Emeset 4 MG Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Emeset 4 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This medication should not be used if you have the conditions such as severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis), tightening of the airway muscles, etc.

• Ques : Is Emeset 4 MG Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

• Ques : Will Emeset 4 MG Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this medication can lead to increased chances of side effects such as agitation, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, fever, flushing, headache, inability to urinate, etc.

• Ques : When should you take Emeset 4 MG Tablet?

  Ans : This medication must be taken with a glass of water. You can consume it with or without food. It should be used exactly as per the dose and duration advised by the doctor.

• Ques : Is Emeset 4 MG Tablet a steroid?

  Ans : No, this medication is an anti-emetic and not a steroid.

• Ques : Does Emeset 4 MG Tablet work for seasickness?

  Ans : No, it does not work for seasickness. This is because Emeset 4 MG Tablet has little effect on nausea associated with motion sickness.

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