Zofer Injection

Composition of Zofer Injection

Zofer Injection contains Ondansetron (4mg). It belongs to the Anti-emetic / prokinetic class of medicines.

Uses of Zofer Injection

Nausea Vomiting

Key benefits

• In Nausea Zofer 4mg Injection helps in relieving nausea
• making it easier to go about daily activities without discomfort. Whether caused by travel
• certain foods
• or other conditions
• it provides relief and helps improve overall well-being. In Vomiting Zofer 4mg Injection is useful in managing vomiting
• allowing the body to retain essential fluids and nutrients. Reducing the frequency of vomiting helps prevent weakness and dehydration
• promoting faster recovery and comfort. Show More

How Zofer Injection works

Zofer 4mg Injection is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.

How to take Zofer Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Zofer 4mg Injection, contact your doctor as soon as possible. They will advise you on how to proceed, which may include rescheduling the missed dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause drowsiness, disorientation and abnormal muscle movements. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Zofer Injection

Most side effects of Zofer are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Zofer Injection

Warnings and precautions

Use it for the shortest period that works. These medicines are not intended for long-term daily use. Report any unusual muscle stiffness, tremor, restlessness or uncontrolled movements of the face or limbs at once — stop and contact your doctor. Tell your doctor if you have a heart rhythm problem; some of this group affect the heart's electrical timing. Persistent vomiting needs a diagnosis. Do not keep suppressing it without seeing a doctor, especially with abdominal pain, fever or blood.

Do not take Zofer if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with bleeding, blockage or perforation of the gut, or with certain heart rhythm disorders.

Interactions with other medicines

Antifungals, some antibiotics and heart-rhythm medicines increase the risk of rhythm problems when combined. Adds to the drowsiness of alcohol and sedatives.

How to store Zofer Injection

Store as printed on the carton — some injections need refrigeration and must not be frozen. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Zofer Injection

Zofer 4mg Injection is given as an injection into the veins or as a drip under the supervision of a doctor. Avoid heavy meals and try eating small, nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration. It may cause an application site reaction like redness, swelling, and pain. Consult with your doctor if it bothers you.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SUN PHARMA 2

Therapeutic class:

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Drug class:

Anti-emetic / prokinetic

Chemical class:

Carbazoles