Emeset 4 vs Ondem 4: price, salt & differences
Emeset 4 and Ondem 4 both contain Ondansetron 4 mg – the same medicine in the same dose, so they work the same way. Emeset 4 by Cipla Ltd is ₹55.23 for 10 tablets (₹5.52 per tablet) and Ondem 4 by Alkem Laboratories Ltd is ₹55.2 for 10 tablets (₹5.52 per tablet), so they cost the same per tablet. Neither is clinically better; ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Ondem 4
Ondansetron 4 mg · Alkem Laboratories Ltd
MRP ₹55.20 for 10
₹5.52 / tablet
Ondansetron 4 mg detailsKey differences
| Aspect | Emeset 4 | Ondem 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Salt / composition | Ondansetron | Ondansetron |
| Strength | 4 mg | 4 mg |
| Manufacturer | Cipla Ltd | Alkem Laboratories Ltd |
| Pack size | 10 tablets | 10 tablets |
| MRP | ₹55.23 for 10 tablets | ₹55.2 for 10 tablets |
| ₹ per tablet | ₹5.52 per tablet | ₹5.52 per tablet |
| Prescription status | Schedule H – prescription required | Schedule H – prescription required |
| Main use | Nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or radiotherapy. | Nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy or radiotherapy. |
| Who it suits / key caution | Vomiting from chemotherapy, surgery, stomach infections or pregnancy (on advice). Can cause constipation and headache; caution with heart rhythm problems. | Same as Emeset 4 – identical salt and strength, so the same cautions apply. |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Frequently asked questions
Emeset 4 और Ondem 4 में क्या अंतर है?
दोनों में एक ही salt – Ondansetron 4 mg – है, इसलिए असर एक जैसा है। फर्क company और कीमत का है: Emeset 4 (Cipla Ltd) की MRP ₹55.23 (10 tablets) है और Ondem 4 (Alkem Laboratories Ltd) की MRP ₹55.2 (10 tablets)।
Is Emeset 4 the same as Ondem 4?
Yes, medically. Both contain Ondansetron 4 mg in tablet form. They are made by different companies – Cipla Ltd and Alkem Laboratories Ltd – and may differ in pack size, price and tablet appearance, but the active ingredient and dose are identical.
Which is cheaper, Emeset 4 or Ondem 4?
They cost the same per tablet: ₹5.52. Emeset 4 is ₹55.23 for 10 tablets and Ondem 4 is ₹55.2 for 10 tablets, so only the pack size differs.
Can I take Ondem 4 instead of Emeset 4?
Because the salt and strength are the same, a pharmacist can usually dispense Ondem 4 in place of Emeset 4 if your doctor is fine with it. Do not swap on your own if your doctor wrote a specific brand – ask them or the pharmacist first.
Is there a cheaper generic option?
Yes. Jan Aushadhi stores sell Ondansetron Tablets IP 4 mg at ₹6.19 for 10 – about ₹0.62 per tablet. It is the same salt and strength, made to the same standards.
Do I need a prescription for Emeset 4 or Ondem 4?
Yes. Ondansetron is a Schedule H medicine in India, so both brands need a valid prescription.
Emeset 4 or Ondem 4 for vomiting in children?
Both are Ondansetron 4 mg tablets at the same price. Children need a weight-based dose – often syrup or a smaller strength – so ask a doctor rather than splitting adult tablets.
Sources
- MedlinePlus – Ondansetron (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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