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About Emstem-MD Tablet

ONDANSETRON belongs to a group of medications called ' anti-emetics' primarily used in the prevention of vomiting (being sick) and nausea (feeling sick) that usually occur after cancer chemotherapy, radiation treatment or surgery. Nausea is an uneasy feeling in which a person feels an urge to vomit while vomiting is the natural response to the body to forcefully discharge the stomach contents.

ONDANSETRON contains 'Ondanestron' that works by blocking the action of a chemical in the body (serotonin) responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. As a result, ONDANSETRON prevents the sensation of nausea and vomiting caused due to conditions like surgery, cancer chemotherapy, pregnancy or motion sickness.

Uses of Emstem-MD Tablet

Nausea, Vomiting

Medicinal Benefits of Emstem-MD Tablet

ONDANSETRON belongs to a group of medications called anti-emetics used to prevent nausea and vomiting associated with conditions like cancer chemotherapy, radiotherapy, surgery, pregnancy and motion sickness in adults and children above 4 years of age. When serotonin level increases in the blood, it stimulates the CTZ receptor (chemoreceptor trigger zone) located in the brain responsible for controlling nausea and vomiting. ONDANSETRON acts by inhibiting the release of this serotonin, thereby preventing nausea and vomiting. 

Directions for Use

Tablet: ONDANSETRON can be taken with or without a meal as suggested by the doctor. The first dosage of this medicine is generally ingested before the starting of chemotherapy, radiation treatment, or surgery. Oral disintegrating tablet: Keep ONDANSETRON beneath the tongue and allow it to dissolve in the mouth itself. Do not swallow this medicine. Injection: The nurse or doctor will inject ONDANSETRON, so do not self administer.

Side Effects of Emstem-MD Tablet

A person taking ONDANSETRON may face some unpleasant effects include sensations of flushing, constipation, headache, confusion, dizziness, fast heartbeat, fever, headache, shortness of breath, and weakness. Not everyone faces these side effects, and some of them did not even require medical attention. However, if a person faces serious side effects then they should immediately consult with their doctor.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are dealing with an uneven heart, liver problems, or any other problem. Tell your doctor if you are taking medicine for epilepsy, cancer medicines, and abnormal heartbeats. A pregnant lady should tell their doctor as this medicine can increase the potential risk to the fetus. ONDANSETRON may affect a person's ability to drive soon should avoid driving or operating any machine. People with an irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), and phenylketonuria (too much of protein phenylalanine in the blood) should not take ONDANSETRON as it may cause serious conditions. The liver patient should not take more than 8 mg of ONDANSETRON daily. Taking ONDANSETRON with apomorphine can cause a sharp dip in blood pressure, even leading to death, so avoid its intake together.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ONDANSETRON may cause a serious reaction when used with certain medicines like pain killers (acetaminophen, tramadol, ibuprofen), anti-anxiety (pregabalin, lorazepam), and antiparkinson medicine (apomorphine). 

Drug-Disease Interaction:

The use of ONDANSETRON is restricted in people with hypokalemia (low potassium) and severe liver disease. 

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

One should avoid consuming alcohol while taking ONDANSETRON as this medicine can interact with alcohol and may worsen the side effects.

PREGNANCY

ONDANSETRON is not allowed to use in pregnancy as this medicine can seriously affect the fetus or unborn baby.

BREAST FEEDING

ONDANSETRON can pass into breast milk so a lactating mother should tell their doctor before taking this medicine

DRIVING

ONDANSETRON may cause lightheadedness in the body, so a person taking ONDANSETRON should avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery or tasks that require mental alertness.

LIVER

In persons dealing with liver problems, the use of ONDANSETRON is allowed if prescribed by the doctor. However, in patients with severe liver problems should take a low dose of ONDANSETRON as much as possible. Do not take more than 8 mg of ONDANSETRON per day in case of liver disease.

KIDNEY

The use of ONDANSETRON is safe in patients dealing with kidney disorders. No dose adjustment is required.