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Emeton Syrup is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.
The correct dosage of Emeton Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Emeton Syrup as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emeton Syrup 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, Emeton Syrup's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Emeton Syrup has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Emeton Syrup related warnings section.
Emeton Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Calcium Deficiency, Potassium Deficiency are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Emeton Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Emeton Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Emeton Syrup is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Emeton Syrup 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 |
Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Emeton Syrup safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Emeton in pregnant women.
Is the use of Emeton Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Emeton may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Emeton Syrup on the Kidneys?
Using Emeton does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Emeton Syrup on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Emeton. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Emeton Syrup on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Emeton. 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emeton Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emeton Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Emeton Syrup does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Emeton Syrup can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Emeton Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Emeton Syrup cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Emeton Syrup
Taking Emeton Syrup with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emeton Syrup
Consumption of alcohol and Emeton Syrup together may have severe effects on your health.
Emeton 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.
Yes, Emeton 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, Emeton 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.
Emeton is available in form of tablet, syrup, and injection. It should be taken as per your doctor's instructions. Ideally, Emeton 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.
Yes, Emeton 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, Emeton can cause constipation. Some of the other side effects are a headache and dizziness. Constipation is a debilitating disorder which can be prevented by drinking a lot of water, eating more of fiber, exercising more, taking herbal laxatives, taking probiotic food, and avoiding dairy products.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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