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Zofran

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Zofran or ondansetron (generic name, oral) is drug used to treat nausea and vomiting.[1] It is a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist.[2] Zofran is also sold under the brand names Zofran ODT and Zuplenz.[1]

Theory

Evidence

Clinicians

Risks and safety

Serious side effects may occur with zofran including:

  • blurred vision or vision loss (lasting from a few minutes to several hours)
  • Slowed heart rate
  • Difficultty breathing
  • Anxiety
  • Agitation
  • Shivering
  • feeling like you might pass out
  • Urinating less than usual or not urinating at all

Zofran may impair your thinking or reactions, which may make driving unsafe.[1]

Costs and availability

Notable studies

  • 2009, Treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome with 5-HT3 receptor antagonists - preliminary results[2] (Abstract)

See also

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References