Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet
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Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder in which a person develops unreal thoughts and behavior). It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave.
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. Take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It is important that this medication is not stopped suddenly without talking to your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nausea, constipation, dryness in mouth, sedation, abnormal heart rhythm, urinary retention, blurred vision, and nervousness. Initially, this medicine may cause a sudden drop in blood pressure when you change positions, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
Before taking it, inform your doctor if you are suffering from thyroid or kidney problems, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, or any heart problems. You should not take this medicine if you are under the influence of alcohol or any sleep-inducing, cough, and/ or allergy medication. This medicine can also lead to weight gain, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid snacking with high-calorie food, and exercise regularly.
Uses of Emetil Plus Tablet
Benefits of Emetil Plus Tablet
In Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. Do not stop taking it unless advised by the doctor. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.
Side effects of Emetil Plus 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 Emetil Plus
- Blurred vision
- Dryness in mouth
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Sedation
- Weight gain
- Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
- Urinary retention
- Nervousness
- Increased prolactin level in blood
- Dizziness
How to use Emetil Plus 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. Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Emetil Plus Tablet works
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Chlorpromazine and Trihexyphenidyl. Chlorpromazine is a typical antipsychotic. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (dopamine) in the brain that affects thoughts and mood. However, it may cause side effects such as involuntary movements (shaking of hands, muscle spasms). Trihexyphenidyl is added to treat and prevent these side effects.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
If the Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet is given, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness during breastfeeding.
If the Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet is given, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness during breastfeeding.
Driving
UNSAFE
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet can cause blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea, and mental confusion in some cases. This may affect your ability to drive.
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet can cause blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea, and mental confusion in some cases. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Patients with kidney disease should be closely monitored by a doctor while taking this medicine.
Patients with kidney disease should be closely monitored by a doctor while taking this medicine.
Liver
CAUTION
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Emetil Plus Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg 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
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps treat schizophrenia.
- Trihexyphenidyl controls drug induced abnormal movements.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it may lower its efficacy.
- It can cause dry mouth. Maintain good oral hygiene,drink water, chew sugarless gum, or suck on hard candy for the dry mouth.
- It can make you more sensitive to changes in temperature. Drink plenty of liquids and dress appropriately.
- To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
- Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma or trouble passing urine.
- Do not stop taking Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
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User feedback
What are you using Emetil Plus Tablet for?
Schizophrenia
67%
Others
33%
How much was the improvement?
Average
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Poor
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Excellent
22%
What were the side-effects while using Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet?
Constipation
50%
No Side Effec*
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*No Side Effect
How do you take Emetil Plus Tablet?
With food
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Please rate Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet on price
Average
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Not Expensive
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FAQs
What is Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet used for?
Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet is used primarily to treat schizophrenia and other serious mental health disorders. It helps to stabilize thoughts, reduce hallucinations, delusions, mood swings, and symptoms like agitation or aggression.<br>
Who should avoid taking Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet?
Individuals should avoid taking Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet if they are allergic to any of its ingredients, have conditions like narrow-angle glaucoma (a serious eye problem), severe central nervous system depression, severe liver or kidney disease, blood disorders, or if they are in a coma. Always inform your doctor about any medical conditions you have.<br>
What important precautions should I know before using Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet?
Before using Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, seizures, prostate enlargement, urinary problems, or liver/kidney issues. The medicine may cause dizziness or low blood pressure when standing up, so rise slowly to avoid falls. Use caution if you are elderly, especially if you have dementia.<br>
Are there any serious side effects of Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet?
Serious side effects of Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet include severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing), irregular heartbeat, extreme dizziness, seizures, or muscle stiffness. If you notice any of these, seek medical help immediately.<br>
Can Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet cause movement problems?
Yes, sometimes Emetil Plus 100 mg/2 mg Tablet can cause muscle rigidity, tremors, or restlessness, called extrapyramidal symptoms. Tell your doctor if you experience such symptoms.<br>
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- Chlorpromazine. Beverley, Hull: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories (UK) Ltd.; 2005 [revised 14 Dec. 2016]. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Trihexyphnidyl. Huddersfield, West Yorkshire: Genus Pharmaceuticals; 2011 [revised 18 Dec. 2018]. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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