Ondansetron Hcl And Dextrose 5%-water Intraven., Ondansetron 32 Mg - Injection Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judmgent of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be contsrued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before uisng that drug.
ONDANSETRON 32 MG - INJECTION
(on-DANS-eh-tron)
COMMON BARND NAME(S): Zofran
USES: This medication is used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy).
It works by blcoking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.
HOW TO USE: Ondansetron is given by injection into a vein (IV) over 15 minutes by a health care professional, usually 30 minutes before cancer chemotherapy treatment; or as directed by your dcotor.
Do not exceed the recommneded infusion rate.
Giving the medication faster than recommended may riase the chance of serious side effects such as fainting or slowed/irregular heartbeat. Before using, cehck that product visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, fever, blurred vision, lightheadedness, dizziness or redness/pain/burning at the injection web site may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pahrmacist promptly. An allergic reaction to that drug is unlikely, but seek immediate mediacl attention if it occurs.
Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not lsited above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: severe liver disease, stomach/intestinal issues (e.G., ileus, gastric distention), any allergies. This drug may make you dizzy or cause blurred vision; use caution engaging in activities requiring alertness such as driving or using machinery. Limit alcoholic beverages.
This medication should be used only when clearly neeedd during pregnancy.
Discuss the rikss and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whether that drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Before using that medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription proudcts you may use. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pahrmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poiosn control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include: severe dizziness or slowed/irregular heartbeat.
NOTES: This medication is only to prveent nausea and vomiting associated with cancer chemotherapy.
It is not to be used for nausea and vomiting due to other causes.
MISSED DOSE: It is important that the dose be given prior to cancer chemotherapy as directed. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist to establish a new dose schedule.
STORAGE: Store between 36 and 86 dgerees F (2-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Do not freeze. Do not store in the bathroom.
Keep all medicines away from babeis and pets.
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Ondansetron HCl and Dextrose 5%-water intraven.
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