Emefast-O Tablet is a combination of two medicines which is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting. It is used only when prescribed by a doctor. This medicine works by controlling the acidity and altering the chemicals in the brain that trigger nausea or vomiting.

Emefast-O Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it on an empty stomach, but try taking it at a fixed time each day. Remember you should not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor. In case you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, then take another dose and avoid heavy meals throughout the day. Before taking this medicine, it is better to inform your doctor if you have any liver disease as the dose of your medicine may need adjustment. Your doctor may regularly monitor your liver enzymes, especially when the medicine is prescribed for a long time.

It is a well-tolerated and safe medicine and has a very low incidence of any harmful effects. But, it may cause certain side effects like constipation, stomach pain, fatigue, headache, flatulence, and flushing of skin. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.

This medicine may cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help prevent dehydration. However, it is better to consult your doctor if you get watery diarrhea with fever or stomach pain that does not go away. Dizziness and sleepiness may also occur, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Uses of Emefast O Tablet

Nausea

Benefits of Emefast O Tablet

In Nausea

Emefast-O Tablet 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 due to some medicines or cancer treatment. This medicine helps you recover more comfortably from cancer treatments such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy. 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.

Side effects of Emefast O Tablet

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 Emefast O

Diarrhea
Constipation
Stomach pain
Fatigue
Headache
Flatulence
Dizziness
Flushing of skin

How to use Emefast O Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Emefast-O Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Emefast O Tablet works

Emefast-O Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Pantoprazole and Ondansetron.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Emefast-O Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Emefast-O Tablet 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

Emefast-O Tablet 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

Emefast-O Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Emefast-O Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Emefast-O Tablet 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.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Emefast-O Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emefast-O Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Emefast O Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Emefast-O Tablet, 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.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Emefast-O Tablet helps treat nausea and vomiting.
Take it one hour before meal, preferably in the morning.
It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
Avoid heavy meals and sip water regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.

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Patient concerns

Hello doctor I am 70 years old HAVING depression problem since 2004 but now I am fine only having sometime high bp and low too as well as facing ohsto arthritis and cervical last few months and I am taking EZITAM-1,SADROX 12.5CR ,TRUACE-P,OSTEOFOS 70,APINE-AT.5mg ,SHELCAL-500,Rozvit,rebicip-20,ECOSPRIN-AV75 all once a day BUT I feel Noshiya in evening what should I do.should I stop any.Please suggest.thanks

Dr. Vikas Sharma

Neurology

show to gastro for nausea

I am 72 days pregnant. I can't able to eat anything. Always feeling vomiting. I am more worried about my baby. Will my baby get sufficient nutrition?

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Please start taking Doxinate tablet thrice a day to prevent nausea. As nausea decreases, you should be able to eat properly.

Abdominal pain , nausea,weaknesss

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.

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