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EMESET 4 MG INJ
Generic : Ondansetron (2mg/ml)
Treatment : Vomiting, Nausea
Pack size : 2 Ml (Injection)
Manufacturer : Cipla Ltd
Made In : INDIA
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Emeset Injection (2ml Each) is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions like stomach upset. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused due to any surgery, cancer drug therapy or radiotherapy.
Emeset Injection (2ml Each) will not relieve other side effects associated with cancer treatments. It is given under the supervision of a doctor and may be used alone or with other medications. Your doctor will give you appropriate dose depending on what you are taking it for. It is important that you keep having the injections until your doctor decides it is safe to stop them. After this, your doctor may prescribe tablets instead of the injections.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have heart or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach or intestines. Also, tell your doctor about other drugs you are using, especially medicines to treat epilepsy, heart problems, cancer, and depression. These may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask for advice from your healthcare team.
BENEFITS OF EMESET INJECTION
In Treatment of Nausea
In Treatment of Nausea
Emeset Injection (2ml Each) blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused by cancer chemotherapy and radiation treatment (in adults and children aged 4 years and older). It is usually taken both before and after chemotherapy or radiation. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from these treatments. It is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but always take this medicine as it is prescribed.
HOW TO USE EMESET INJECTION
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
HOW EMESET INJECTION WORKS
Emeset Injection (2ml Each) is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Emeset Injection (2ml Each) does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emeset Injection (2ml Each) is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emeset Injection (2ml Each) is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Emeset Injection (2ml Each) does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emeset Injection (2ml Each) is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Emeset Injection (2ml Each) is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.
However, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Emeset Injection (2ml Each) in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Drug-Drug Interactions
- PHENYTOIN
- CARBAMAZEPINE
- RIFAMPICIN
- ERYTHROMYCIN
- KETOCONAZOLE
- TRAMADOL
- CITALOPRAM
- FLUOXETINE
- FLUVOXAMINE
- PAROXETINE
- SERTRALINE
- ESCITALOPRAM
- DULOXETINE
- VENLAFAXINE
- HALOPERIDOL
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE EMESET INJECTION?
If you miss a dose of Emeset Injection (2ml Each), take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
SIDE EFFECTS
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Emeset
- Injection site pain
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Headache
FAQ's
Q. How quickly does Emeset Injection 2ml work?
Emeset Injection 2ml starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.
Q. What are the side effects of Emeset Injection 2ml?
The most common side effects of Emeset Injection 2ml are constipation, diarrhea, fatigue and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after some time. Consult your doctor if these persist or worry you.
Q. Is Emeset Injection 2ml a steroid?
No, Emeset Injection 2ml is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Emeset Injection 2ml is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist. It is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting which is commonly observed after surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.
Q. Does Emeset Injection 2ml work for seasickness?
No, Emeset Injection 2ml does not work for seasickness. This is because Emeset Injection 2ml has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Pack size – 1*2 ml
pack form – Injection
MORE INFORMATION
Information Leaflet
Always read the patient information leaflet before commencing treatment.
Important: We advise you to always read the patient information leaflet inside the medication box, as the generic medication may not always entirely match the patient information leaflet listed. Please contact us if you have any questions.
