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Emikind MD Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

PROCHLORPERAZINE-5MG

Uses:

Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in migraine, Schizophrenia, Anxiety disorder.

Medicinal Benefits:

Emikind MD Tablet contains Prochlorperazine, which inhibits dopamine secretion that induces the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, Emikind MD Tablet prevents nausea and vomiting. Also, Emikind MD Tablet controls psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia and has a calming effect on people suffering from anxiety or mania.

FAQs

Emikind MD Tablet is used to treat nausea and vomiting during a migraine, schizophrenia, mania, anxiety in the short term, and vertigo (dizziness) due to ear problems such as Meniere’s syndrome.

Emikind MD Tablet contains Prochlorperazine, an antipsychotic drug that works by inhibiting dopamine receptors that stimulate the vomiting centre (chemoreceptor trigger zone – CTZ) located in the brain. Thus, Emikind MD Tablet prevents nausea and vomiting. Also, Emikind MD Tablet decreases the action of dopamine (a chemical messenger involved in transmitting messages between brain cells) in the brain and helps to control psychotic symptoms in Schizophrenia.

Yes, Emikind MD Tablet may be used to treat vertigo (spinning sensation) caused due to ear problems such as Meniere’s syndrome (a disorder of the inner ear).

Emikind MD Tablet may cause photosensitivity (extreme sensitivity to sunlight). Therefore, it is recommended to avoid exposure to direct sunlight while taking Emikind MD Tablet .

You are not recommended to take Emikind MD Tablet with alprazolam as co-administration of these medicines may increase adverse effects such as confusion, drowsiness, dizziness and difficulty in concentrating. However, please contact your doctor before using Emikind MD Tablet with other medicines.

Emikind MD Tablet should be used with caution in diabetes patients as it may cause an increase in blood sugar levels. Therefore, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Emikind MD Tablet if you are diabetic.

Emikind MD Tablet may cause skin redness, itching and swelling if it comes in contact with the skin for a long time. Therefore, avoid contact of Emikind MD Tablet with the skin for a long time as it may cause contact skin sensitization.

Yes, Emikind MD Tablet does expire. Please verify the expiry date on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Emikind MD Tablet should not be used after the expiry date.

No, Emikind MD Tablet is not available over the counter. It is a prescription medication. Because it contains prochlorperazine, which can have significant side effects and requires medical supervision.

Emikind MD Tablet is generally safe to use when taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. It's important to follow your doctor's instructions.

You can take Emikind MD Tablet for as long as it is advised by your doctor. If you have any difficulty while taking Emikind MD Tablet , please consult your doctor.

No, Emikind MD Tablet is not known to be addictive. However, it's important to use Emikind MD Tablet only as prescribed by your doctor and not to exceed the recommended dosage.

The common side effects of Emikind MD Tablet are dry mouth, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, stuffy nose, irritability, missed menstrual periods, impotence (difficulty maintaining an erection), anxiety, skin rash, skin redness, itching, or swelling. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.