Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Zofran
  2. Zofran ODT
  3. 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