Emetran 72 Capsule

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Last updated on 25 Nov 2025 | 03:05 PM (IST)

Emetran 72 Capsule is an antiemetic medicine commonly used to control nausea and vomiting due to certain medical conditions like stomach upset. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused due to any surgery, cancer drug therapy or radiotherapy.

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Contains

Palonosetron (0.5mg)

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ADN Life Sciences

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Product introduction

Emetran 72 Capsule will not relieve other side effects associated with cancer treatments. It also has little effect on vomiting caused by motion sickness. You should take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. But, it is better to take this medicine at a fixed time. 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.

The most common side effects of taking this medicine include headache and constipation. 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. These symptoms should disappear when you stop taking the medicine. However, if these bother you or do not go away, consult your doctor who may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have heart or liver problems or a blockage in your stomach or intestines. Also, tell your doctor about any other medicine you are using, especially medicines to treat epilepsy, heart problems, cancer, and depression. These may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, ask for advice from your healthcare team.

Uses of Emetran Capsule

Benefits of Emetran Capsule

Treatment of Vomiting
Emetran 72 Capsule is also used to control vomiting triggered by medical treatments. It provides long-lasting relief, helping reduce fluid loss and improving overall recovery and well-being.

Prevention of Nausea
Emetran 72 Capsule is used to prevent and manage nausea caused by chemotherapy or surgery. It helps patients feel more comfortable and maintain their daily routine during treatment.

Side effects of Emetran Capsule

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 Emetran

Constipation
Headache
Diarrhea
Dizziness

How to use Emetran Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Emetran 72 Capsule may be taken with or without food.

How Emetran Capsule works

Emetran 72 Capsule is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Emetran 72 Capsule for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
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 try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.
You have been prescribed Emetran 72 Capsule for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Unlike some other nausea medicines, the side effects for Emetran 72 Capsule are relatively mild.
It comes in many different forms that do not need to be swallowed, such as a film that is placed on the tongue or as a dissolving pill.
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 try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Emetran 72 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Emetran 72 Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Emetran 72 Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Emetran 72 Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Emetran 72 Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Emetran 72 Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Emetran with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Venlafaxine (Oral Route)

Watch out for symptoms such as tremors, fever, diarrhea or agitation and consult your doctor if you experience them. Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence. Your doctor may discontinue the medicines accordingly.

Severe

Clomipramine (Oral Route)

Severe

Escitalopram Oxalate (Oral Route)

Severe

Imipramine (Oral Route)

Watch out for symptoms such as tremors, fever, diarrhea or agitation and consult your doctor if you experience them. Your doctor may discontinue the medicines if required. Factors such as old age, chronic heart issues, or low potassium levels may more frequently cause disturbance in heart rhythm, and your doctor may consider ECG monitoring in their presence.

Severe

Lithium carbonate (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

How quickly does Emetran 72 Capsule work?

Emetran 72 Capsule starts working within half an hour to 2 hours. It dissolves rapidly into the bloodstream and starts showing its effect.

What are the side effects of Emetran 72 Capsule?

The most common side effects of Emetran 72 Capsule are constipation and headache. However, these are usually not bothersome and resolve on their own after sometime. If these persist or worry you, please consult your doctor.

When should you take Emetran 72 Capsule?

Emetran 72 Capsule can be taken with or without food with a glass full of water. The first dose of Emetran 72 Capsule is usually taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

Is Emetran 72 Capsule a steroid?

No, Emetran 72 Capsule is an antiemetic and not a steroid. Emetran 72 Capsule is a selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist prescribed for the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused after a surgery or due to cancer chemotherapy.

Does Emetran 72 Capsule work for seasickness?

No, Emetran 72 Capsule does not work for seasickness. This is because Emetran 72 Capsule has very little effect on the nausea associated with motion sickness.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Isoquinoline derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Serotonin 5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists

References

Sharkey KA, Wallace JL. Treatment of Disorders of Bowel Motility and Water Flux; Anti-Emetics; Agents Used in Biliary and Pancreatic Disease. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1341-42.
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Address: 1203 Rajsarover, Off Link Road, Borivali West, Borivali West, Mumbai-400068, Maharashtra, India

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Emetran Capsule

Benefits of Emetran Capsule

Side effects of Emetran Capsule

How to use Emetran Capsule

How Emetran Capsule works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Venlafaxine (Oral Route)

Clomipramine (Oral Route)

Escitalopram Oxalate (Oral Route)

Imipramine (Oral Route)

Lithium carbonate (Oral Route)

Frequently asked questions

How quickly does Emetran 72 Capsule work?

What are the side effects of Emetran 72 Capsule?

When should you take Emetran 72 Capsule?

Is Emetran 72 Capsule a steroid?

Does Emetran 72 Capsule work for seasickness?

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Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

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