Zofran

 
What is Zofran?
Zofran is intended to prevent the nausea and vomiting, which can occur while undergoing cancer chemotherapy and radiotherapy, or after receiving general anesthesia during an operation.
 
 
Are there any side effects associated with Zofran?
Zofran side effects include headaches, a feeling of warmness in the head and stomach, and flushing or constipation. Tell your doctor about your side effects.
 
How is Zofran taken?
Always follow your doctors instructions on taking Zofran. Do not take more doses, or take them more often than your doctor prescribes. If, however, you vomit within 1 hour of taking your medicine, you should take the same amount of medicine again. If vomiting persists, consult your doctor.
 
What if I miss a dose of Zofran?
If you miss a dose of Zofran and do not feel sick, take the next dose when it is due. If you forget to take your medicine and feel sick or vomit, take a dose as soon as possible.
 
How should I store Zofran?
Keep Zofran in a safe place. Your Zofran tablets and Zofran ODT orally disintegrating tablets should be kept at room temperature in a well-closed container and protected from light. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Your Zofran oral solution should be kept in its bottle, standing up at room temperature. Do not refrigerate or freeze. Do not lay the bottle on its side.
 
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