Emeset Syrup

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS

Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:00 AM (IST)

Emeset Syrup is a medicine given to children to help treat nausea and vomiting. It is mainly given to treat nausea and vomiting associated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and stomach/intestinal infection. It also helps treat vomiting that is caused as a side effect of medicines like painkillers.

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Size:

30 ml Syrup

MRP ₹34.16

General Information

Contains

Ondansetron (2mg/5ml)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Emeset Syrup may be given before or after meals. To control vomiting caused due to chemotherapy, give this medicine to your child 30 minutes before the procedure. Give it 1 to 2 hours before a radiotherapy session and 1 hour before surgery to prevent your child from vomiting post these procedures. If your child expels out the medicine within 30 minutes of the intake, help your child calm down and repeat the dose. Do not double dose if it is already time for the next dose.

Emeset Syrup may cause some temporary side effects such as headache, constipation, diarrhea, and fatigue. These side effects usually subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. In case these side effects persist or become bothersome, do reach out to the doctor on a priority basis.

Let the doctor know about all the medicines your child is taking, including painkillers, antibiotics, or medicines taken to treat depression. Also, inform the doctor if your child has a history of liver problems, kidney malfunction, blockage in the gastrointestinal tract, heart problems, or allergies to any medicine, its ingredients, or a food product. This information is very important for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Emeset Syrup in children

Side effects of Emeset Syrup in children

Emeset Syrup does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Emeset

Constipation
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Headache

How can I give Emeset Syrup to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Emeset Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Emeset Syrup works

During radiotherapy, chemotherapy, abdominal infection, or any major surgeries, the dead cells in the body start releasing a chemical called serotonin directly into the blood. Later, this stimulates special centers in the body that are responsible for inducing vomiting in your child. Giving Emeset Syrup just before the procedure helps block the effect of this chemical on vomiting centers of the brain and prevents vomiting.

Quick tips

Emeset Syrup effectively controls nausea and bouts of vomiting reflex in children undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy sessions.
It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
Practice self-care measures:
1. Give plenty of fluids to your child to avoid dehydration
2. Avoid giving fried and spicy food or heavy meals to your child.
3. Ensure that your child eats slowly and in small proportions.

Safety advice

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Emeset Syrup is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Emeset Syrup is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Emeset Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Emeset Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
In severe liver disease, do not exceed the prescribed dose and consult your child’s doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What is Emeset Syrup used for?

Emeset Syrup is generally given before any major surgery or before chemotherapy and radiotherapy sessions. In case your child is about to undergo any of the above procedures, the doctor may ask you to give Emeset Syrup to your child to prevent vomiting post-procedure. Apart from this, Emeset Syrup is also found useful in treating vomiting caused due to diseases of the stomach. In such a case, your child’s doctor may prescribe giving Emeset Syrup to your child for a few days. Stick to the dose for best results.

What if my child takes too much Emeset Syrup?

Emeset Syrup is unlikely to cause harm if you give an extra dose by mistake. However, you must still speak to your child’s doctor immediately. Sometimes, excessive intake of Emeset Syrup can cause some serious side effects like excess sleepiness, agitation, rapid heartbeat, hypertension, flushing, dilated pupils, sweating, involuntary muscle jerk, uncontrolled eye movements, overactive reflexes, and seizures. These symptoms are collectively known as serotonin syndrome. If any of these appear, consult the doctor without any delay.

How should Emeset Syrup be stored?

Emeset Syrup should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all the medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Emeset Syrup?

Emeset Syrup can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Emeset Syrup. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

In what conditions do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?

Call your child’s doctor immediately if your child develops symptoms of serotonin syndrome like irregular heartbeat, green-colored vomiting, inability to pass wind, pale skin and eyes, dark-colored urine, restlessness, and insomnia.

My child is having a migraine and is on medication. Can I give Emeset Syrup along with it?

Avoid combining Emeset Syrup with such medicines because concomitant use of Emeset Syrup with medicines meant to treat depression or migraine results in serotonin syndrome. Consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carbazole Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Serotonin 5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists

References

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User feedback

Patients taking Emeset Syrup

Thrice A Day

50%

Twice A Day

38%

Once A Day

12%

Patient concerns

Actually i have fever and headache from yesterday and also any time feeling vomiting

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Tab dolo for fever and headacheTab emeset for vomitings

He was suffered from chickenpox 15 days earlier.Now he is suffering from pain abdomen,vomiting from last 4 days and also had mild fever ie for 1day.He is on tab.oflox oz (1/2tab.) and tab.lansaprazole 15mg.But still having mild pain abdomen and nausea after meals He is also having 1 or 2 vomiting in a day.Please give your expert opinion. Thanks

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, encourage intake of cool milk. Also give sup emeset 7.5 ml SOS for vomiting max every 6 hrly. Encourage intake of liquids to drink.

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