Ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by cancer medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy
No significant difference was found between the groups regarding early postoperative nausea or vomiting (p > 0
It is approved for use in adults and children over the age of 4
Multiday administration of ondansetron has been shown to slow colonic transit in normal volunteers
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Published on October 24, 2022 Key takeaways: Zofran (ondansetron) is a prescription medication used to prevent nausea and vomiting
By Sarah Lewis, PharmD A: Zofran (ondansetron) begins to work within about 30 minutes
The orally disintegrating tablet may work faster and is administered by allowing the tablet to
Zofran dosage frequency ranges from a one-time dose to repeating doses every 8 to 12 hours
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The Zofran dosage varies depending on the severity and cause of the nausea and vomiting
Median time to firstemetic episode (h) Patients received the first dose of ondansetron tablets, USP (8 mg) or prochlorperazine (10 mg) 1 to 2 hours before the patient received the first daily radiotherapy fraction, with 2 subsequent doses on a 3 times a day basis
In these trials, 58% of the 170 evaluable patients had a complete response (no emetic episodes) on Day 1
Understanding the appropriate dosage and administration of Zofran is essential for optimizing its benefits and minimizing the risk of adverse effects
Additional doses may be given 4 hours after the In normal volunteers, single intravenous doses of 0
15 mg/kg over 15 min administered 30 min before chemotherapy, then 4 and 8 hr after first dose; not to exceed 16 mg (32 mg no longer recommended because of increased risk of QT prolongation) Postoperative Nausea & Vomiting
4 to 11 years of age: 4 mg
If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time
Ondansetron for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by radiation therapy Take any other doses as directed by your doctor
In this article, we will explore the importance of timing in
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