Emistad Tablet

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Composition FOR Emistad 5mg Tablet

Prochlorperazine(5mg)

food interaction for Emistad Tablet

alcohol interaction for Emistad Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Emistad Tablet

lactation interaction for Emistad Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Emistad Tablet should be taken with or after food.
None
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Emistad Tablet
UNSAFE
Emistad Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emistad Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
However, occasional short-term use of Emistad Tablet for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR Emistad 5mg Tablet

Prochlorperazine(5mg)

Emistad tablet uses

{med_name} is used in vomiting, migraine, short term anxiety, vertigo and nausea.

How emistad tablet works

Emistad Tablet is a vestibular suppressant, i.e., it suppresses the vestibular apparatus in the inner ear by blocking the H1 receptor and stops vertigo. It acts within 30 minutes and, therefore, is effective during acute attacks. It also acts as a dopamine antagonist. Dopamine controls the region in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting, and this medicine blocks the action of dopamine. Therefore, Emistad Tablet shows an anti-nauseating and antiemetic action. The mechanism of action by which prochlorperazine relieve headache and anxiety is probably related to it being serotonin (5HT3) receptor antagonist and dopamine (D2) receptor antagonist.

Common side effects of emistad tablet

Drowsiness, Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)

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Expert advice FOR Emistad Tablet

  • Prochlorperazine is used for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting.
  • It may also be used to treat dizziness associated with  problems of the inner ear such as Meniere’s Syndrome.
  • It may cause sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • To lower the chance of feeling dizzy or passing out, rise slowly if you have been sitting or lying down.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Prochlorperazine as it may cause excessive drowsiness. 
  • It makes you more likely to get heatstroke. Avoid heavy exercising and drink plenty of fluids.
  • It can cause your skin to be more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight while having this medicine.

Frequently asked questions FOR Emistad 5mg Tablet

Prochlorperazine

Q. How does Emistad Tablet work?
Emistad Tablet is used to treat mental disorders like schizophrenia. It is also used to treat and prevent nausea, and vomiting.It may be used to treat anxiety (short-term) in certain cases where other anti-anxiety drugs have been ineffective. It is also used to treat nausea, vomiting, dizziness or spinning sensations (vertigo) due to Meniere's disease.It belongs to a class of medication call phenothiazines. It acts on the central nervous system by blocking certain receptors thus producing an anti-psychotic and anti-vomiting effect
Q. Does Emistad Tablet expire?
Yes, Emistad Tablet does expire. Please check the expiry date written on the pack and it refers to the last day of that month. Do not use Emistad Tablet after the expiry date.
Q. Is Emistad Tablet available over the counter?
Emistad Tablet is not available over the counter. It is available only on prescription from the doctor
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Q. Is Emistad Tablet safe to use?
Emistad Tablet is safe to use for a prescribed duration in the dose as advised by a doctor.
Q. How long can I take Emistad Tablet for?
Emistad Tablet should only be taken for the duration as advised by the doctor for your condition.
Q. Is Emistad Tablet addictive?
Emistad Tablet is not known to have any addictive potential. Please consult your doctor in case you have any other query regarding the same.

Content on this page was last updated on 24 November, 2025, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)