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Emeset 8 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Emeset 8 Tablet. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emeset 8 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emeset 8 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Emeset 8 Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Emeset 8 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Emeset 8 Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency must refrain from the use of Emeset 8 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Emeset 8 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Emeset 8 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Emeset 8 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Emeset 8 Tablet 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.
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Is the use of Emeset 8 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Emeset is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Emeset 8 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Emeset on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Emeset 8 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Emeset on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Emeset 8 Tablet on the Liver?
Emeset can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Emeset 8 Tablet on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Emeset. 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.
Emeset 8 Tablet 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 Emeset 8 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emeset 8 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Emeset 8 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Emeset 8 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Emeset 8 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Emeset 8 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emeset 8 Tablet
Taking Emeset 8 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emeset 8 Tablet
Consuming Emeset 8 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
It is not recommended that you discontinue taking Emeset on your own. Discontinuing Emeset 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, Emeset is usually administered before and after surgery for treating post-anesthesia shivering (PAS) and nausea. PAS is a condition in which tremors of head, neck, trunk, shoulder, and extremities. It greatly reduces the quality of life of a patient since it causes discomfort and increases pain. It disturbs surgical care and increases the stress on cardiopulmonary functions. Hence as a precautionary measure, this medicine is administered to prevent unpleasant anesthetic effects.
Yes, Emeset 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.
No, Emeset is not found to be effective against motion sickness. It prevents vomiting due to chemotherapeutic drugs and radiation. Motion sickness is the disturbance of the inner ear caused by a lot of motion. It can be prevented by not taking too much food or too many drinks or alcohol just before the travel. One should also avoid food with very strong odours. One should avoid reading while traveling. One should also sit in the direction of the travel. One should sit in the front. Open a vent of fresh air and try to be relaxed while traveling.
Emeset belongs to a class of compounds known as 5 -HT3 receptor antagonists. It blocks the action of serotonin completely at the 5-HT3 receptor sites present in our brain (vomiting centre) which provides relief to the patient from nausea and vomiting.
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