Let's learn about a remedy for nausea? (Phosphorated Carbohydrate Solution)

Do you sometimes feel a strange, nauseous feeling in your stomach? Maybe it's when you're sick of a meal, when you're traveling in a car, or when you have a little indigestion. This is a very uncomfortable thing, isn't it? So today we're talking about a medicine that can be used for this kind of sudden nausea. That is a honey called Phosphorated Carbohydrate Solution. Let's see what it is, how to use it, and what things to be careful about.

What kind of medicine is this Phosphorated Carbohydrate Solution?

Simply put, this is a medicine that helps control sudden nausea. It mainly contains carbohydrates and phosphoric acid. This compound calms down the muscles in your stomach. When the stomach muscles contract too quickly, we feel nauseous. So this medicine controls that speed and gives you relief.

Although it may not be available under this name in Sri Lanka, this medicine is very well known in the world under brand names like Emetrol and Nausetrol. Your doctor may be able to recommend a medicine with this composition for you.

Things you need to tell your doctor before taking this medicine

Although this is a medicine that can be purchased at a pharmacy, it is extremely important to inform your doctor about any health conditions you have before using it, as this medicine is not suitable for everyone.

If you have any of the following conditions, be sure to tell your doctor before taking this medicine.

How exactly do you use this medicine?

To get the best results from this medicine, it is very important to use it correctly. Follow the steps below.

1. Measure accurately: Use only the cup or special spoon marked in milliliters (ml) that comes with the medicine bottle. Do not measure with regular teaspoons or tablespoons that you have at home. They may not measure accurately, which could result in an incorrect dose.

2. Do not mix with water: This honey should be taken undiluted (not mixed with any liquid). Doing so will reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.

3. Before and after taking the medicine: Do not drink water or any other beverage immediately before or for 15 minutes after taking the medicine. Doing so may wash the medicine away without properly absorbing it into the stomach walls.

4. How often should you take it? You can repeat the dose every 15 minutes until your nausea subsides.

5. Maximum dose: Very important! Do not take more than 5 doses of the medicine within an hour.

6. If symptoms do not improve: If your nausea does not improve after taking 5 doses of the medication, do not take any more medication and call your doctor immediately.

If you give this to small children...

Doctors sometimes recommend this medicine for children over 2 years of age. However, never give this medicine to a young child without consulting a doctor. Only a doctor can determine the appropriate dosage based on the child's age, weight, and medical condition.

What to do if you take too much medicine?

If you think you've drunk more than you thought, or if a small child has drunk the same bottle, don't panic and do these things.

• Go to the nearest hospital's Emergency Department (ETU) immediately. Take the medicine bottle with you.
• If possible, call the National Poison Information Centre at the Colombo National Hospital for advice. They will tell you exactly what to do.

Are there any side effects?

Like any medicine, this can cause side effects in some people, but most of the time these are not serious.

If you experience any other unusual symptoms that are not on this list, tell your doctor about them as well.

How do you store and dispose of the medicine?

Storage

• Keep it high and out of reach of children and pets . This honey may be tempting for children to drink due to its sweet taste.
• Store at room temperature. That is, between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. Do not store in extremely hot or cold places (e.g., in the refrigerator).
• Check the expiration date . Do not use expired medicine.

Removing unnecessary medication

It is our responsibility to dispose of expired or no longer needed medicines in a way that does not harm the environment.

• Never pour medicine down the sink or toilet. It can pollute our water sources.
• If you can, ask your doctor or hospital about a way to dispose of unwanted medications.
• If you're throwing it in the trash, remove the honey from the bottle and mix it well with used coffee grounds, soil, etc. Then put the mixture in a tightly sealed plastic bag and throw it in the trash. This way, neither children nor animals can eat it.