Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron)

SKU

CMS2203

USA Brand Name

Zofran

Strength

4mg

Generic Name

Ondansetron

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron)

## What Is The Generic Name For Emeset 4 Mg Injection:

Ondansetron is the generic version for Emeset 4 mg Injection

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron):

Zofran

## About Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron)

Emeset 4 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Ondansetron, which is used in the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting and is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer :

Cipla, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Emeset 4 mg Injection.

## Strength :

Emeset 4 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Ondansetron, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron):

Emeset 4 mg Injection is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Nausea and vomiting

Chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting

Post operative nausea and vomiting

## How Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron) Works:

Emeset 4 mg Injection has an active ingredient, Ondansetron, is an antiemetic medication which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that is the cause of nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.

## Before You Use Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Ondansetron

You are not having any serious Disease

You do not have Liver problems

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron):

You should not take Emeset 4 mg Injection if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have severe Liver Disease

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy To The Injection

Have any Liver Disease

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage :

Emeset 4 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Ondansetron, which is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Emeset 4 mg Injection at a fixed time with or without the food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take it regularly by time for better effects.

## How Much Of The Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron) to Be Used:

As Emeset 4 mg Injection is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Emeset 4 mg Injection. Do not take the injection on your own and for longer time than prescribed by doctor.

## How To Take The Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron):

Emeset 4 mg Injection should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will give you Emeset 4 mg Injection. Kindly do not self administer this medicine.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron):

You are always advised to take Emeset 4 mg Injection as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the injection in smaller or larger amount or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

## Overdose :

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of any overdose symptoms. Since Emeset 4 mg Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if any overdose symptoms is suspected.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage to make up for the missed dosage. Since Emeset 4 mg Injection is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dosage is very low.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Emeset 4 Mg Injection (Ondansetron):

Headache

Constipation

Fatigue

Painful urination

Fever

Dry mouth

Anxiety

Diarrhoea

Decreased oxygen level in blood

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Emeset 4 mg Injection. It can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Codeine

Tramadol

Pentazocine

Ethylmorphine

Fluvoxamine

Sertraline

Paroxetine

Fluoxetine

Citalopram

Escitalopram Oxalate

Amitriptyline

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Amiodarone

Apomorphine

Cyclophosphamide

There are disease interactions with Ondansetron which include:

QT Prolongation

Hypersentivity

Liver Disease

## Warning And Precaution:

Emeset 4 mg Injection can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Somnolence and Fatigue

Liver Diseases

Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep monitoring your whole Blood Cell Count and Liver Functions regularly

Keep out of reach of children

You must always read the information thoroughly written on the leaflet of medicine.

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications :

Emeset 4 mg Injection should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this Injection for shorter or longer time than recommended by the Doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Emeset 4 mg Injection at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Injection should be intact and is not damaged while storing.