Emestat OD Tablet
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Product introduction
Emestat OD Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. It prevents the feeling of nausea and sickness in pregnant women. It also provides nutrition to the body.
Emestat OD Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as per the prescription. It can be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The course of the treatment must be completed even if you feel better. Sudden discontinuation of the treatment may affect the potency of the medicine.
Some common side effects of this medicine are dizziness, drowsiness, and dry mouth. To cope up with the side effects, you should drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must seek immediate medical help.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicine for any health condition. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness, also can harm the baby in the womb. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. You must take adequate rest for a faster recovery, also take a healthy diet. To avoid nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, you may drink lemon-infused water. You can also add salad sprinkled with black salt to your diet. Visit your doctor regularly for laboratory and diagnostic tests as per advice.
Uses of Emestat Tablet
Benefits of Emestat Tablet
In Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Emestat OD Tablet blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick during pregnancy. This medicine helps you cope up with nausea or vomiting that occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and helps you complete the term without much discomfort. It is a very safe and effective medicine. It also contains a vitamin supplement that improves your baby’s immune system as well as brain development and also helps reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Side effects of Emestat 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 Emestat
- Dryness in mouth
- Lightheadedness
- Drowsiness
How to use Emestat 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. Emestat OD Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Emestat Tablet works
Doxylamine and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), which treats nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy. Doxylamine is an antihistamine which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine), thereby controlling nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) is a form of vitamin B which possesses anti-nausea properties.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Emestat OD Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Emestat OD Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emestat OD Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Emestat OD 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
Emestat OD Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Emestat OD Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Emestat OD Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Emestat OD Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Emestat Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Emestat OD 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.
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Quick tips
- Emestat OD Tablet helps treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women.
- Take it on an empty stomach with a glass of water.
- Emestat OD Tablet may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not take Emestat OD Tablet with other sedating medications such as those for cough and cold as the combination could worsen dizziness leading to falls or other accidents.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Emestat OD Tablet
Once A Day
86%
Twice A Day
14%
What are you using Emestat Tablet for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
75%
Average
25%
What were the side-effects while using Emestat OD Tablet?
Constipation
20%
Drowsiness
20%
Lightheadedne*
20%
No Side Effec*
20%
Dryness in mo*
20%
*Lightheadedness, No Side Effect, Dryness in mouth
How do you take Emestat Tablet?
Empty stomach
67%
With food
33%
Please rate Emestat OD Tablet on price
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33%
Average
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FAQs
What is Emestat OD Tablet?
Emestat OD Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Doxylamine and Vitamin B6. This medicine is used to treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women whose symptoms have not improved after changing their diet or using other non-medicine treatments. Doxylamine works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in the body that may cause nausea and vomiting. Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) is given as the deficiency of Vitamin B6 in the body could also be a factor in causing nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.
Can the use of Emestat OD Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?
Yes, one of the common side effect of Emestat OD Tablet is drowsiness. Do not drive, operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention. Do not drink alcohol or take any medicines that may depress the central nervous system like cough and cold medicines, certain pain medicines, and medicines that help you sleep, while you are taking Emestat OD Tablet. Severe drowsiness can happen or become worse and may cause falls or accidents.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Emestat OD Tablet?
The use of Emestat OD Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions before taking Emestat OD Tablet.
Can I breastfeed while taking Emestat OD Tablet?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Emestat OD Tablet. This medicine can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Emestat OD Tablet can cause increased side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of nausea or vomiting which is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
What is the storage condition for the Emestat OD Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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Expires on or after: September, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Emestat OD Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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