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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 on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Emitus on the Kidneys?
Using Emitus does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Emitus on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Emitus. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Emitus on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Emitus. 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.
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?
Emitus does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Emitus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Emitus can make you 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 cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emitus
Taking Emitus with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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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