Emefilm Orally Disintegrating Strip

Emefilm Orally Disintegrating Strip treats and prevents nausea (the feeling of being sick) and vomiting. It may be prescribed for vomiting caused by food poisoning, motion sickness, chemotherapy or surgery. This tablet contains ondansetron, an antiemetic which works by blocking the action of serotonin in the body. It helps relieve symptoms such as weakness, hyperhidrosis (excess sweating), increased salivation and the urge to vomit.

Emefilm Orally Disintegrating Strip should be taken as advised by your doctor. It can be taken before or after food, but for the best results, swallow the tablet whole on an empty stomach; do not chew or crush it. The doses might vary depending on the severity of your sickness and the purpose of administering the medicine.

The common side effects of Emefilm Orally Disintegrating Strip include headache, constipation, chills, dry mouth and weakness. They typically last for a short period and usually go away on their own. Contact your healthcare provider if the problems persist.

Emefilm Orally Disintegrating Strip may be contraindicated (unsafe) for people with liver/heart disease, hypokalemia (low blood potassium levels), hypomagnesemia (low blood magnesium levels) and hypersensitivity (allergy) to 5-HT3 receptor antagonists like ondansetron or alosetron. Always let your doctor know of any health conditions you might have. Generally, this drug is considered safe for most people.

Emefilm Orally Disintegrating Strip is often prescribed in the treatment and prevention of nausea (the feeling of being sick) and vomiting. It helps relieve symptoms such as weakness, hyperhidrosis (excess sweating), increased salivation and the uneasy feeling associated with the urge to vomit.

It may be prescribed for vomiting caused by the following:

The antiemetic medication ondansetron contained in Emefilm Orally Disintegrating Strip, is a serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonist. It blocks the action of serotonin, a natural substance responsible for causing nausea and vomiting. It affects the part of the brain that initiates the feeling of nausea and vomiting, lowering the sensation of sickness.

• Ondansetron (medlineplus.gov)
• Ondansetron (www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)