Emend Information

Emend is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Emend. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Emend also has some side effects, the most common being Loss of appetite. Some other side effects of Emend have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Emend are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Emend has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Emend related warnings talks about Emend's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Emend contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Emend with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Emend is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Emend Benefits & Uses
Emend Dosage & How to Take
Emend Side Effects
Emend Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Emend with Other Drugs
Emend Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Emend
Emend Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Emend Benefits & Uses

Emend is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Nausea and Vomiting (Read More - Home remedies for nausea and vomiting)

Emend Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy
Geriatric	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: used in highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Nausea and Vomiting Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: used in highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy

Emend Related Warnings

Is the use of Emend safe for pregnant women?

Emend is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Emend safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Emend. If you see any side effects, stop taking Emend immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Emend again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Emend on the Kidneys?

Emend is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Emend on the Liver?

Emend is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Emend on the Heart?

Using Emend does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Emend with Other Drugs

Emend should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Lurasidone

Moderate

Ibuprofen

Haloperidol

Lansoprazole

Emend Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emend unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Allergy
Low Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Emend

Is this Emend habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Emend has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Emend can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Emend is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Emend is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Emend Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emend

It is safe to take Emend with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Emend

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Emend with alcohol.

Unknown