Ondansetron is also available as a clear liquid given by vein (IV)
Zofran ODT Zuplenz Descriptions Ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by cancer medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy
By slow intravenous injection Child 6 months–17 years 100 micrograms/kg every 8–12 hours (max
Moderately Emetogenic Cancer Chemotherapy
Ondansetron was given as tablet which melts in the mouth (called an orodispersible tablet), as a liquid medicine taken by the mouth, or by an injection
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Ondansetron 4 mg / 5 ml (Brand Name: Zofran) Patient’s weight: Gastroenteritis (≥6 months and ≥8 kg): dose based on weight
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The dose of ondansetron was 2 mg for children who weighed between 17 lb 10 oz and 33 lb (15 kg), 4 mg for those who weighed 33 lb to 66 lb (30 kg), and 8 mg for those who weighed more than 66 lb Eight studies looked at how well ondansetron works for treating sickness in children and young people aged 3 months to 13 years with gastroenteritis
The recommended dosage is 16 mg given as two 8-mg ZOFRAN Tablets or two 8-mg ZOFRAN ODT Tablets or 20 mL (4 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 16 mg of ondansetron) of ZOFRAN Oral Solution 1 hour before induction of anesthesia
Ondansetron (also called Zofran ®) is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery
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You can take this medication by mouth after using a specially marked spoon or container to measure your medication
Includes Ondansetron indications, dosage/administration, pharmacology, mechanism/onset/duration of action, half-life, dosage forms, interactions, warnings, adverse reactions, off-label uses and more
Children 4–11 years of age: Initially, 4 mg given 30 minutes before administration of moderately emetogenic chemotherapy, followed by subsequent 4-mg doses given 4 and 8 hours after first dose
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The usual maximum dose in patients with severe liver problems is 8 milligrams in 24 hours
Then administer 8 mg twice a day (every 12 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy