Introduction

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Uses of Stemetil

Nausea
Vomiting
Vertigo
Meniere's disease
Schizophrenia

Side effects of Stemetil

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

How to use Stemetil

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. Stemetil is to be taken with food.

How Stemetil works

Stemetil is a dopamine antagonist. It works by blocking the dopamine receptors in the region of brain that controls nausea and vomiting.

Quick Tips

Stemetil 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 Stemetil 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.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Stemetil.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Information regarding the use of Stemetil during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Stemetil is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.\nOccasional short-term use of Stemetil for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant.
UNSAFE – Driving: Stemetil may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Stemetil should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Stemetil may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION – Liver: Stemetil should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Stemetil may be needed. Please consult your doctor.