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Composition :

PALONOSETRON-0.5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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Therapeutic Class

ANTIEMETICS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
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FAQs

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet contains Palonosetron that works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting.

You are not recommended to take erythromycin with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of severe irregular heart rhythm. However, please consult your doctor before taking other medicines with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet .

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet may cause constipation as a side effect. It is not necessary for everyone taking EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet to experience this side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients suffering from heart problems as it may worsen the condition. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any heart problems before taking have EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately.

You are not recommended to stop taking EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may increase the risk of nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy. Therefore, take EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet , please consult your doctor.

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Alcohol

Caution

The interaction of alcohol with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult a doctor before taking EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet if you are breastfeeding. EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet is given to breastfeeding women only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet may cause tiredness or dizziness in some people. Therefore, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel tired or dizzy after taking EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet .

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Liver

Safe if prescribed

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet may be safe to use in patients with liver problems if prescribed by a doctor.

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Kidney

Safe if prescribed

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet may be safe to use in patients with kidney problems if prescribed by a doctor.

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Children

Unsafe

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children.

About EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antiemetics used to prevent nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy. Nausea is a feeling of uneasiness of the stomach that often comes before vomiting. On the other hand, vomiting is the forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet contains Palonosetron which works by blocking the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting.

Take EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience diarrhoea, constipation, dizziness or headache. Most of these side effects of EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet is not recommended for children. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet . Drive only if you are alert as EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet may cause tiredness or dizziness. You are recommended to avoid heavy meals and take small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Uses of EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet

Nausea and vomiting

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Medicinal Benefits

EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet contains Palonosetron that blocks the action of serotonin, a chemical that stimulates the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, it prevents nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy.

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.Tablet MD: Place the tablet in your mouth and do not swallow it. Allow it to melt completely. Do not handle the tablet with wet hands.

Side Effects of EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Headache

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. The oral form is not recommended for children. However, the injection may be given to children above 1 month as advised by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet . Drive only if you are alert as EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet may cause tiredness or dizziness. You are recommended to avoid heavy meals and take small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
Combining EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ziprasidone with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking fentanyl with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Fentanyl with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience confusion, hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that do not exist), increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, muscle pain or stiffness, stomach cramps, vomiting, or diarrhoea, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
Combining EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet with Amitriptyline can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.(A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although using EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet and Amitriptyline together may cause an interaction, they can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Consult a doctor if you have symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Inform a doctor if you have recently taken amitriptyline. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Amiodarone with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet can lead to or increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Amiodarone with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet together is avoided as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or rapid heartbeat, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
When linezolid is taken with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet it can cause serotonin syndrome. (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of linezolid along with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience symptoms such as confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, incoordination, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
When venlafaxine is taken with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet, it can cause serotonin syndrome. (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Venlafaxine and EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any of the following symptoms: confusion, hallucination, seizure, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramp, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhoea, seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
The combined use of EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet with clomipramine can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (Serotonin syndrome is a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body, causing signs and symptoms ranging from mild (shivering and diarrhea) to severe (muscle rigidity, fever, and seizures)).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking clomipramine and EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you have sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, confusion, hallucination, fits, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles, or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, or fast or rapid heartbeats during therapy, consult the doctor.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
Using EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet together with paroxetine can increase the risk of condition called the serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Paroxetine with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, tremor, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Ceritinib with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm and other side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ceritinib and EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet together can evidently cause an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet with Pentazocine may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome(a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Pentazocine and EME OD 0.5 mg Tablet, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fits, blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.

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Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CITALOPRAM
  • FLUOXETINE
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • DULOXETINE
  • VENLAFAXINE
  • QUINIDINE
  • AMIODARONE
  • NICARDIPINE
  • MOXIFLOXACIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • DOMPERIDONE
  • THIORIDAZINE
  • QUETIAPINE
  • CHLORPROMAZINE
  • HALOPERIDOL

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a healthy diet and a low-fat diet, especially in small portions, as it will be easy for digestion. Avoid eating over sweet food and include more salty food, especially if you have been vomiting.
  • Also, if you like to vomit at a specific time, avoid eating your favourite food at that particular time as your taste for that food may get turned off.
  • Drink any other liquid at least 30 minutes after eating food.
  • If the smell of food makes you feel sick (vomit), do not cook food as it may worsen your condition. Let someone else do cooking or use prepared food from the freezer.

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