Question 1

what is zofran (ondansetron) taken for? i was prescribed zofran (ondansetron) back in january 2012 but i don't remeber what it's taken for.

Accepted Answer

Zofran (ondansetron): Zofran (ondansetron) is used to prevent nausea and vomiting.

Question 2

i can take zofran while being on ozempic?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, you can do that. There is no interaction between Zofran and Ozempic.

Question 3

zofran (ondansetron) and excessive drowziness?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If your question is: "can zofran (ondansetron) cause excessive drowsiness?", the answer is yes.  This is especially true for those patients over age 65 or for those taking other medications.

Question 4

can you take zofran (ondansetron) while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: It is not known if ondansetron is excreted in breast milk. Weigh the benefits vs. potential riisks in the face of lack of evidence of its safety with your prescriber &amp; pediatrician.

Question 5

does zofran (ondansetron) help to cure food poisoning?

Accepted Answer

No: Please see a doctor.  Zofran (ondansetron) will reduce some symptoms.

Question 6

can i take zofran (ondansetron) with magnesium citrate?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can: There are no known drug interactions with zofran (ondansetron) and magnesium citrate.
However, if concerned or there are unusual symptoms contact the prescribing physician.

Question 7

is it ok to take benadryl (diphenhydramine) with zofran?

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Zofran is a prescription anti-emetic (nausea) medicine. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine.

Question 8

can i take zofran (ondansetron) and liquid imodium together?

Accepted Answer

Not without Dx.: Zofran (ondansetron) is for vomiting and Imodium is for diarrhea, and they can be taken together, BUT I would be sure you have a diagnosis that justifies their use.  There are certain illnesses for which you would not want to take either as their use can be counterproductive to your getting better.  Have you consulted with a physician regarding your symptoms?  You should not take them without a diagnosis.

Question 9

is it dangerous to take zofran (ondansetron) for long periods of time?

Accepted Answer

Zofran (ondansetron): This depends on how you define a long time and what the dose is.  The maximum dose was reduced a couple of years ago because of potential cardiac side effects.  Nausea is generally a symptom of something else.  If you are a chemotherapy patient, zofran (ondansetron) is fine.  Otherwise, check with your physician as to why you are needing zofran (ondansetron).

Question 10

can children have benadryl (diphenhydramine) and zofran at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) and Zofran: You need to have a very good reason to have the two given together. Both can cause drowsiness and so it is best not to use them together. But you pediatrician would know better as he/she knows the condition of your child if it is necessary to give both together.

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What is zofran (ondansetron) taken for? i was prescribed zofran (ondansetron) back in january 2012 but i don't remeber what it's taken for.

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I can take zofran while being on ozempic?

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Zofran (ondansetron) and excessive drowziness?

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Can you take zofran (ondansetron) while breastfeeding?

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Does zofran (ondansetron) help to cure food poisoning?

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Can i take zofran (ondansetron) with magnesium citrate?

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Is it ok to take benadryl (diphenhydramine) with zofran?

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Can i take zofran (ondansetron) and liquid imodium together?

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Is it dangerous to take zofran (ondansetron) for long periods of time?

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Can children have benadryl (diphenhydramine) and zofran at the same time?

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