Manufacturer: Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Salt Composition : Promethazine(5mg)
Emigan Injection is used to treat nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness, or maybe before and after any surgery. It is also used in combination with other medicines to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis).
Emigan Injection is given as an injection under the supervision of healthcare professionals. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. You must inform your doctor if symptoms do not improve within 7 days of the treatment.
The most common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, blur vision, headache, and feeling dizzy. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. It makes the skin more sensitive towards sunlight. use sunscreen or wear protective clothing before going out.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma or have asthma issues, or have high blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.
Promethazine is a an antagonist of histamine H1, post-synaptic mesolimbic dopamine, alpha adrenergic, muscarinic, and NMDA receptors. The antihistamine action is used to treat allergic reactions. Antagonism of muscarinic and NMDA receptors contribute to its use as a sleep aid, as well as for anxiety and tension.
Promethazine hydrochloride is well absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, although a significant portion of a dose is subject to first-pass metabolism. Clinical effects are apparent within 20 minutes after oral, rectal, or intramuscular administration, and the effects last four to six hours.
Unusual production of breast milk in women and men
decreased function of bone marrow.
a type of movement disorder called parkinsonism.
neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a reaction characterized by fever, muscle rigidity and confusion.
a low seizure threshold.
closed angle glaucoma.
decreased lung function.
stenosing peptic ulcer
Emigan Injection 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.
Emigan Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Emigan Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
For prolonged use and repeated doses of Emigan Injection, observe the baby for excessive sleepiness
Promethazine tablets and suppositories are indicated to treat rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, allergic reactions to blood or plasma, dermographism, anaphylactic reactions, sedation, nausea, vomiting, pain, motion sickness, and allergic skin reactions.
acute alcohol intoxication.
cardiovascular disease.
CNS depression.
head injury.
antidopaminergic effects 1.
asthma.
anticholinergic effects.
asthma/COPD.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Emigan Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Emigan Injection helps treat nausea, vomiting and allergic conditions.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Emigan Injection can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
It may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposing your skin to strong sunlight, use a sunscreen lotion or make sure your skin is protected with clothing.
Do not take it for longer than 7 days. If your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 7 days, talk to your doctor.
Stop taking it at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Emigan Injection or Emigan Injection DM syrup a narcotic/opiate/pain killer?
Emigan Injection is antihistaminic drug and not a narcotic/opiate/pain killer. Patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use
Q. Is Emigan Injection over the counter?
No, it is available with doctor's prescription only
Q. Can I take Emigan Injection for a hangover/sore throat/ nausea/stomach flu/cramps/toothache/ headache/ cough/pain?
Emigan Injection is used for treatment of symptoms of allergies, but not used for hangover, sore throat, stomach flu, cramps, toothache, headache and cough. Patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use
Q. Can I take Emigan Injection with Nyquil/ codeine and ibuprofen/ Tylenol/ oxycodone/ Benadryl/ Dayquil/ Zofran/codeine and Nyquil/Xanax?
Yes, but taking other medicines may alter the effects of Emigan Injection. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required
