Zofran Injection

Who is Zofran Injection for ?

Your doctor has ordered ondansetron to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy, radiation, or anesthesia. The drug will be either injected directly into your vein over 2-5 minutes or added to an intravenous fluid that will drip through a needle or catheter placed in your vein for at least 15 minutes, up to three times a day. this medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. Your health care provider (doctor, nurse, or pharmacist) may measure the effectiveness and side effects of your treatment using laboratory tests and physical examinations. It is important to keep all appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. The length of treatment depends on how you respond to the medication.

When should I be careful taking Zofran Injection ?

Before administering ondansetron,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to ondansetron or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, including vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver disease.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking ondansetron, call your doctor.

Zofran Injection Side Effects

Although side effects from ondansetron are not common, they can occur. Tell your health care provider if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• diarrhea
• headache
• constipation
• lightheadedness
• dry mouth
• drowsiness

• trouble breathing
• chest pain
• rash