EME OD 75mg Injection
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Product introduction
EME OD 75mg Injection 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.
EME OD 75mg Injection is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
EME OD 75mg Injection is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting.
Benefits of EME Injection
In Nausea
EME OD 75mg Injection 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 associated with cancer treatment such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy in adults as well as children. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from these treatments. EME OD 75mg Injection is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). EME OD 75mg Injection is given as an injection by a doctor, in the dose that is best for you, depending on the condition you are being treated for. Do not self-administer this medicine to avoid any undesirable side effects.
Side effects of EME Injection
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 EME
- Injection site pain
- Constipation
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
How to use EME Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with EME OD 75mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
EME OD 75mg Injection 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
EME OD 75mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
EME OD 75mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
EME OD 75mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of EME OD 75mg Injection is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
EME OD 75mg Injection is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of EME OD 75mg Injection is recommended.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
EME OD 75mg Injection
₹96.0/Injection
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed EME OD 75mg Injection for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
- EME OD 75mg Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
- If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
- Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Isoquinoline and Quinuclidine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Serotonin antagonists (5-HT3 antagonists)
Patient concerns
FAQs
How quickly does EME OD 75mg Injection work?
EME OD 75mg Injection starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.
What are the side effects of EME OD 75mg Injection?
The most common side effects of EME OD 75mg Injection are constipation and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after sometime. If these persist or worry you, please consult your doctor.
Is EME OD 75mg Injection a steroid?
No, EME OD 75mg Injection is an antiemetic and not a steroid. EME OD 75mg Injection is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist prescribed for the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused after a surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.
Does EME OD 75mg Injection work for seasickness?
No, EME OD 75mg Injection does not work for seasickness. This is because EME OD 75mg Injection has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.
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Marketer details
Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
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