Emstal 5mg Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Emstal 5mg Tablet helps treat indigestion, gastroesophageal reflux disease, nausea, and vomiting in children. It increases the movement of food through the stomach and intestines, thereby relieving bloating, fullness, and gastric discomfort.
Emstal 5mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms of low gastric motility, acid reflux (hyperacidity and chestburn), nausea and vomiting
Emstal 5mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms of low gastric motility, acid reflux (hyperacidity and chestburn), nausea and vomiting
Uses of Emstal 5mg Tablet in children
Benefits of Emstal 5mg Tablet for your child
In Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic (long-term) condition that is like having heartburn consistently rather than just occasionally. It happens because a muscle above the stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents to come back up into the esophagus and mouth. Emstal 5mg Tablet helps treat this condition by increasing the tone of the lower end of the food pipe and preventing the entry of acid. You should give it to your child exactly as prescribed for it to be effective.
In Treatment of Indigestion
Indigestion means discomfort of mainly the upper part of your stomach which may also have other symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating, feeling full, etc. Emstal 5mg Tablet improves the movement of food in your stomach and gut (intestine). This relieves these symptoms and helps in the proper digestion of food.
Take Emstal 5mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
Take Emstal 5mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
In Treatment of Nausea
Emstal 5mg Tablet blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick. It is often used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may be caused due to some medicines. should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary to control nausea and vomiting. It is also effective at preventing nausea and vomiting after an operation (in adults only). The dose will depend on what you are being treated for but always take this medicine as it is prescribed.
Side effects of Emstal 5mg Tablet in children
Emstal 5mg Tablet 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 Emstal
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Stomach cramp
- Diarrhea
How can I give Emstal 5mg Tablet to my child?
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. Emstal 5mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Emstal Tablet works
Emstal 5mg Tablet is a prokinetic. It works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Emstal 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Emstal 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of renal function, particularly with long-term therapy, may be required.
Regular monitoring of renal function, particularly with long-term therapy, may be required.
Liver
CAUTION
Emstal 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Emstal 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Emstal 5mg Tablet is not recommended in children with severe liver disease. Consult your child’s doctor before giving the medicine to your child.
Use of Emstal 5mg Tablet is not recommended in children with severe liver disease. Consult your child’s doctor before giving the medicine to your child.
What if I forget to give Emstal 5mg Tablet to my child?
Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
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Quick tips
- Do not take it for longer than 7 days without consulting your doctor.
- Emstal 5mg Tablet should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- If needed, Emstal 5mg Tablet can be given along with fever medicines unless your child’s doctor has told you not to.
- Do not mix Emstal 5mg Tablet with any herbal or ayurvedic medicines as they can harm.
- Give Emstal 5mg Tablet for the current illness. Do not save medicines to treat future symptoms.
- If you are not sure a medicine is working, do not stop the medicine abruptly by yourself. Call your child’s doctor for advice. Meanwhile, continue with the medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzimidazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist-Prokinetic agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is the maximum dose of Emstal 5mg Tablet I can give to my child daily?
The maximum daily safe dose of Emstal 5mg Tablet is 30mg/day. Giving more than this amount can cause heart-related problems in your child.
What if my child takes too much Emstal 5mg Tablet?
Emstal 5mg Tablet 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 Emstal 5mg Tablet can cause some serious side effects like irregular heartbeats, heart block, agitation, and confusion. If any of these appear, consult the doctor without any delay.
How should Emstal 5mg Tablet be stored?
Store Emstal 5mg Tablet 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 Emstal 5mg Tablet?
Emstal 5mg Tablet can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Emstal 5mg Tablet. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
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A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Emstal 5mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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