Nausea and Vomiting
Nausea is the feeling of being about to vomit, while vomiting is the act of throwing up. Together they are symptoms rather than a diagnosis, and they can arise from many different causes.
Key points
- Vomiting is a protective reflex that expels potentially harmful substances from the stomach and upper digestive tract.
- Nausea and vomiting are common and usually not serious; most people will experience vomiting at some point.
- Management depends on the underlying cause; simple gastroenteritis or food poisoning can often be managed at home with hydration and bland foods, while severe cases may need IV fluids or antiemetic medicines.
Medicines listed for Nausea and Vomiting
The listed products for nausea and vomiting contain promethazine and domperidone, both in tablet form. Antiemetics are medicines that help prevent and treat nausea and vomiting. Promethazine is an antihistamine with antiemetic properties, while domperidone works by encouraging the stomach to empty more quickly.
Further reading
What is nausea and vomiting?
Nausea is the feeling of being about to vomit, while vomiting is the act of throwing up. Together they are symptoms rather than a diagnosis.
What causes nausea and vomiting?
They can arise from many different causes. Vomiting is a protective reflex that expels potentially harmful substances from the stomach and upper digestive tract.
How are nausea and vomiting treated?
Management depends on the underlying cause. Simple gastroenteritis or food poisoning can often be managed at home with hydration and bland foods, while severe cases may need IV fluids or antiemetic medicines.
Which tablets for nausea and vomiting can I order?
The medicines listed for nausea and vomiting include products containing domperidone and promethazine. Examples include Motilium and Phenergan.
Do I need a prescription for medicines for nausea and vomiting in South Africa?
No, not online. Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order medicines for nausea and vomiting. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy medicines for nausea and vomiting online?
On Direct Meds: choose the product, strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
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