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Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet

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Introduction of Emetil Tablet

Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia (a mental disorder in which a person develops unreal thoughts and behavior). It alters the thoughts and elevates the mood, improving the person’s ability to think, feel and behave.

Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet1 and Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet2.

Uses of Emetil Tablet

Benefits of Emetil Tablet

In Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. Do not stop taking it unless advised by the doctor. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.

Side effects of Emetil Tablet

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 Emetil

  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Sedation
  • Weight gain
  • Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
  • Urinary retention
  • Increased prolactin level in blood
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Nervousness

How to use Emetil Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
If the Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet is given, monitor the baby for excessive sleepiness during breastfeeding.
Driving
UNSAFE
Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet can cause blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea, and mental confusion in some cases. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Patients with kidney disease should be closely monitored by a doctor while taking this medicine.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet
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Relitil Forte 200 mg/2 mg Tablet
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Quick tips

Emetil Tablet

  • Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps treat schizophrenia.
  • Trihexyphenidyl controls drug induced abnormal movements.
  • Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it may lower its efficacy.
  • It can cause dry mouth. Maintain good oral hygiene,drink water, chew sugarless gum, or suck on hard candy for the dry mouth.
  • It can make you more sensitive to changes in temperature. Drink plenty of liquids and dress appropriately.
  • To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma or trouble passing urine.
  • Do not stop taking Emetil DS 200mg/2mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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even take a sulpitac od 100 and emetil 75 in morning and haloperidol 5 mg and peptin 2 mg no change in thinking
Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan
Psychiatry
Response to medicines depends on- 1. Diagnosis 2. Adequate dose of medicines 3. Adequate duration of treatment 4. Regular Medicines 5. Individual factors like patient's metabolism, other medical conditions etc. Resistance to medicines can be because of following factors- 1. Diagnostic confusion 2. Irregular treatment or lack of proper follow up with treating doctor 3. Inadequate dose of medicines 4. Pharmacodynamics/ pharmacokinetics 5. Internal biological resistance For Treatment Resistant Depression , adjunctive measures like changing treatment goals, psychotherapy and ECTs can
Suffering Schizophrnia from last 20+ years. Is cure able ?
Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari
Psychiatry
We are here to helpSchizophrenia is chronic disorderSymptoms can be stopped from expressingCure is difficult word to say in schizophrenia
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