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Emesafe Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The right dosage of Emesafe Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Emesafe Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Emesafe Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Emesafe Injection's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Emesafe Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Emesafe Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of Emesafe Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Emesafe Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Emesafe Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Emesafe Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Emesafe Injection 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 Emesafe Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Emesafe safely.
Is the use of Emesafe Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Emesafe has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Emesafe Injection on the Kidneys?
Emesafe is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Emesafe Injection on the Liver?
Emesafe may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Emesafe Injection on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Emesafe. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Emesafe Injection 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 Emesafe Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emesafe Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Emesafe Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Emesafe Injection as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Emesafe Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Emesafe Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emesafe Injection
Taking Emesafe Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emesafe Injection
Taking Emesafe Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Emesafe on your own. Discontinuing Emesafe 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.
No, Emesafe is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-emetic medication which is used to prevent vomiting associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Emesafe is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Emesafe has to be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. The initial dose is usually taken half an hour before chemotherapy, 1 to 2 hours before radiation therapy and 1 hour before a surgery. Additional doses can be suggested by the doctor as per the individual requirements.
Emesafe is a brand name for ondansetron. It belongs to a class of compounds known as serotonin type 3 receptor antagonists. It is available in the form of tablet and injection. It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by anti-cancer drugs, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent post-surgical nausea and vomiting.
Yes, Emesafe may cause drowsiness because this drug has been reported to induce sleep. Ensure you do not drive or do some high precision work. To avoid excessive drowsiness with this medicine you are encouraged to take adequate night-time sleep, keeping distractions out of the bedroom, going to sleep and getting up at consistent times, eating light at lunchtime, putting in some form of a physical activity, avoiding taking naps during the day, and avoiding alcohol at night.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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