Drug Uses

ZOFRAN is very useful in treating nausea and vomiting that may be caused by surgery or by medicine to treat cancer (chemotherapy or radiation) and it works by blocking a chemical thought to be a cause of nausea and vomiting in certain situations (e.g., chemotherapy).

Usage

Following the dosage instructions of your doctor is the best way to use any medication. If you are unsure or do not remember the instructions then you may read the medicine label for more detailed information.
You may choose to take ZOFRAN with a meal or with antacid in order avoid acidity.
Please drink a full glass of water with ZOFRAN.
It is very important that you complete the dosage schedule and do not interrupt it in between without seeking prior consultation from your doctor.
Taking your medication at the same time each day is a tried and tested method to avoid missing any doses.


Drug Class and Mechanism

ZOFRAN falls under serotonin 5-HT3 receptor blocker and it works by blocking a chemical thought to be a cause of nausea and vomiting in certain situations (e.g., chemotherapy).

Missed Dose

Despite your best attempts at remembering, if you still miss out on a dose, then take it as soon as you remember about it. But keep in mind that you will have to adjust your next dose by spacing it out by 4 to 5 hours. If this is not possible, then the best thing to do would be to skip the missed dose and continue with your normal dosage schedule.
Never try to compensate for the missed dose by taking a double dose together. It may cause adverse effects.

Storage

Store ZOFRAN at room between 68 and 77 degrees F(20 and 25 degrees C).. Always keep it in a cool dark place that is not directly exposed to sources of heat or moisture and sunlight. Protect it from kids and pets.

Warning/Precautions

Doctors advise against using ZOFRAN if you are allergic to any ingredient in it.
Discuss your past/current medical history in detail with your doctor before beginning treatment with any new medication. If you are using any herbal supplements or over the counter medication, including vitamin pills, then mention it to your doctor.
ZOFRAN may increase the risk of getting dizziness or drowsiness. This risk greatly increases if you combine it with alcoholic beverages. So please avoid them while using ZOFRAN. Also, avoid undertaking any tasks which require mental alertness (driving, handling heavy machinery etc).
Doctors may prescribe certain laboratory tests like to determine how you have responded to treatment and to gauge the severity of the side effects of ZOFRAN. Please Keep all lab appointments and do not miss any tests.
Please inform your lab technician or surgeon that you are taking ZOFRAN before you undergo any emergency surgical procedure including dental operations.
ZOFRAN is not advised to apply on children below 4 months.
If you are expecting a child or are planning to have a child in the near future, then consult your doctor before using ZOFRAN to discuss any possible threats to the unborn baby.
If you are a nursing mother and breast feed your baby, then too, seek consultation before using ZOFRAN as some drugs are excreted in the breast milk and may enter the baby.