Description and Brand Names
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US Brand Name
- Zofran
- Zofran ODT
- Zuplenz
Descriptions
Ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by cancer medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting that may occur after surgery. Ondansetron works in the stomach to block the signals to the brain that cause nausea and vomiting.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
- Tablet, Disintegrating
- Film
- Tablet
- Solution
Portions of this document last updated: Aug. 01, 2019
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