Zofer MD 8 Tablet (Ondansetron 8mg)

Description

Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is an antiemetic medicine that contains ondansetron as an active ingredient. It is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by stomach problems, surgery, using cancer medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy. It works by blocking a natural substance called serotonin in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting.

Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD may cause side effects like constipation, headache, diarrhoea, etc. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms persist. Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age unless if prescribed by your paediatrician.

Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD should be taken 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy, 1-2 hours before the start of radiation therapy, or 1 hour before surgery. Keep the tablet in the mouth. It will dissolve in a short period of time (within seconds). Swallow the medicine with saliva. Drink an adequate amount of water after swallowing the medicine. If you vomit this medicine within one hour of taking it, take the same dose again.

Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD should be used with caution if you have any condition like liver disease, heart failure, electrolyte imbalance, stomach or intestine blockage disorders. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD
Emeset 8 MG Tablet MD
Cipla Ltd.
Ondem 8 MG Tablet MD
Alkem Laboratories Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD
Headache
Constipation
Fatigue
Fast or slow or irregular heartbeat
Chills
Dry mouth
Anxiety
Dizziness
Excessive sweating

Uses of Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD

What is it prescribed for?
Radiation induced nausea and vomiting
Radiation-induced nausea and vomiting (RINV) is a common side effect in cancer patients undergoing radiotherapy. You may feel sick during, or for a short time after, radiotherapy treatment. Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is used to treat nausea and vomiting in patients treated with radiotherapy.
Chemotherapy induced nausea and vomiting
Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) is a side-effect that occurs in most of the patients undergoing cancer treatment. This can be severe and distressing in patients with cancer receiving chemotherapy. Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy treatment.
Post operative nausea and vomiting
Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) describe nausea and vomiting that occurs immediately after the surgery which can also continue for a day or two. It can occur due to some medications like anaesthetics that are used during surgery. Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is used to treat nausea and vomiting in post-operative patients.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Do not take Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergy to this medicine. If you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., seek medical attention immediately.
Apomorphine
Apomorphine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. The combined use of Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD and apomorphine is not recommended due to the risk of lightheadedness, loss of consciousness, and low blood pressure.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is relatively safe to be used in pregnancy. It is sometimes used to treat nausea and vomiting during the first trimester. However, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is not recommended to be used during breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and may harm your baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Electrolyte imbalances
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD should be used with caution if you have low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood as it may cause serious side effects.
Intestinal obstruction
Use Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD caution if you have a problem of intestinal obstruction caused by colon cancer, Crohn’s disease or diverticulitis (swelling in the large intestine) because this medicine can delay the time for food to move through the entire intestine (bowel transit time).
Serotonin syndrome
Serotonin syndrome is a condition where your body produces too much of a chemical called serotonin. This occurs when you take medicines that cause high levels of serotonin in your body. This chemical helps your brain cells and nerve cells to communicate with each other. But too much serotonin causes extreme nerve cell activity and serious symptoms. Caution should be taken when Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is used along with other same class of medications like granisetron, dolasetron, etc., as it may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.
Use in children
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age because no data is available regarding its effectiveness.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is generally taken as a single dose, hence the chances of missing a dose is very low. If you are on a scheduled dosing regimen of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose of Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD. In case you have taken an overdose of this medicine, seek emergency medical attention.

Interactions

General Instructions
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is used to treat nausea and vomiting. It should be taken with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed doses.

Avoid eating heavy meals before taking this medicine. Eat small snacks or light foods and also drink water to avoid dehydration while taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have any disease conditions like liver or heart disease.

Store this medicine at room temperature away from sunlight. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Discard the medicine if the strip of the medicine is open. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.