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Emecad Benefits & Uses

Emecad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Emecad Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mcg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For chemotherapy-induced nausea/vomiting, given as IV infusion

Emecad Related Warnings

Is the use of Emecad safe for pregnant women?

Emecad is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Emecad safe during breastfeeding?

Emecad may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Emecad, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Emecad.

Moderate
What is the effect of Emecad on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Emecad on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Emecad on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Emecad on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Emecad on the Heart?

Using Emecad does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Emecad with Other Drugs

Emecad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Citalopram

Quinidine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Amiodarone

Moderate

Atazanavir

Paracetamol,Codeine

Ciprofloxacin

Emecad Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emecad unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Emecad

Is this Emecad habit forming or addictive?

Emecad is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Emecad since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Emecad only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Emecad for mental disorders.

No

Emecad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emecad

It is safe to take Emecad with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Emecad

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Emecad with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aloxi® (palonosetron hydrochloride)

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