Embelia, particularly Embelia ribes (commonly known as false black pepper or Vidanga), has a long history of use in traditional Ayurvedic and other South Asian herbal medicine systems. It has been employed primarily for its anthelmintic (anti-parasitic) properties, but is also sometimes used in formulations aimed at alleviating gastrointestinal disturbances, which may include nausea and vomiting. Historical texts and traditional practitioners have used Embelia in combination with other herbs to support digestion and relieve symptoms such as nausea, though it is not a primary or highly cited remedy for this purpose.

Scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Embelia (unspecified species) for the treatment or support of nausea and vomiting is extremely limited or absent. Most available research focuses on its anthelmintic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and some general gastrointestinal effects, rather than specifically on nausea or vomiting. Accordingly, the use of Embelia for nausea and vomiting is justified primarily by traditional use, rather than by modern scientific validation. Any claims regarding its efficacy for these symptoms should be considered preliminary and rooted in traditional practice rather than robust clinical evidence.