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A member asked:

How often should zofran (ondansetron) 8mg be taken for stomach virus (meaning how long does it actually prevent vomiting for).

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Vomiting: Every 4 to 6 hours

Answered 11/1/2016

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Every 6to8 hours: It can be taken every 6to8 hours if needed not to exceed 24 hours in 24 hours

Answered 11/2/2019

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Does zofran (ondansetron) stop/prevent all nausea? I.e. reflux, medications, virus, etc.

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Can i get an order order of Zofran (ondansetron) from my doctor as a prophylaxis for vomiting because the stomach bug is is going around my house and i'm nervous?

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Is there anything stronger and/or faster than Zofran (ondansetron) odt8mg. Pills for quick use when needed for preventing a cyclic vomiting spell?

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I live in Sweden and My doctor gave me zofran (ondansetron) to take when i get the stomach flu to take away vomiting. Do zofran (ondansetron) help? Scared of vomit, panic!

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Stomach bug without vomiting? Went to ER with bad cramps. X ray negative. Dr. said sounds like stomach bug, sent home with Zofran (ondansetron). Today just tired.

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