Zofer Md 8

Composition

Ondansetron 8 mg (mouth dissolving tablet)

Uses of Zofer Md 8

Prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting due to chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and post-operative nausea and vomiting

• •Relieves nausea and vomiting
• •Useful in chemotherapy-induced vomiting
• •Helps prevent post-operative nausea
• •Mouth-dissolving for easy administration

How it works

Ondansetron is a selective 5-HT3 (serotonin) receptor antagonist. It blocks serotonin receptors in the gut and in the brain’s vomiting center, reducing nausea and vomiting.

Directions for use

Mouth dissolving tablet: place on tongue and allow to dissolve; swallow saliva (water not required). Take as prescribed; may be taken with or without food. Do not chew or crush; handle with dry hands.

Side effects

Common side effects of Zofer Md 8 may include:

• •Headache
• •constipation
• •diarrhea
• •dizziness
• •fatigue
• •flushing

Warnings & precautions

Use with caution in patients with prolonged QT interval, heart rhythm disorders, electrolyte imbalance (low potassium/magnesium), severe liver impairment, or bradyarrhythmias. Seek urgent care for palpitations, fainting, or severe dizziness. Risk of serotonin syndrome when used with other serotonergic medicines. Not for hypersensitivity to ondansetron/other 5-HT3 antagonists. May cause drowsiness in some patients—avoid driving if affected.