Emefilm 4 mg Sac

Composition of Emefilm 4 mg Sac

Emefilm 4 mg Sac contains Ondansetron (4mg). It belongs to the Anti-emetic / prokinetic class of medicines.

Uses of Emefilm 4 mg Sac

Emefilm 4 mg Sachet is used in the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting.

Key benefits

• Rapid relief of nausea and vomiting
• Helps bloating and early fullness

How Emefilm 4 mg Sac works

Emefilm 4 mg Sachet 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.

How to take Emefilm 4 mg Sac

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Emefilm 4 mg Sachet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause drowsiness, disorientation and abnormal muscle movements. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Emefilm 4 mg Sac

Most side effects of Emefilm are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Fatigue Headache Constipation Diarrhea Decreased oxygen level in blood

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Emefilm 4 mg Sac

Warnings and precautions

Use it for the shortest period that works. These medicines are not intended for long-term daily use. Report any unusual muscle stiffness, tremor, restlessness or uncontrolled movements of the face or limbs at once — stop and contact your doctor. Tell your doctor if you have a heart rhythm problem; some of this group affect the heart's electrical timing. Persistent vomiting needs a diagnosis. Do not keep suppressing it without seeing a doctor, especially with abdominal pain, fever or blood.

Do not take Emefilm if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with bleeding, blockage or perforation of the gut, or with certain heart rhythm disorders.

Interactions with other medicines

Antifungals, some antibiotics and heart-rhythm medicines increase the risk of rhythm problems when combined. Adds to the drowsiness of alcohol and sedatives.

How to store Emefilm 4 mg Sac

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Emefilm 4 mg Sac

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>You have been prescribed Emefilm 4 mg Sachet for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, radiotherapy and after surgery.</li> <li>Unlike some other nausea medicines, the side effects for Emefilm 4 mg Sachet are relatively mild.</li> <li>It comes in many different forms that you don't have to swallow, such as a film that goes on the tongue or a dissolving pill.</li> <li>It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.</li> <li>If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.</li> <li>Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

MMC HEALTHCARE LTD

Therapeutic class:

Anti-emetic

Drug class:

Anti-emetic / prokinetic