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I have leftover zofran from a concussion a couple months ago. is it safe for me to take it for gastroenteritis that i am currently experiencing? im having diarrhea and terrible nausea (no vomiting yet) and just need some relief for the nausea part?

Q: i have leftover zofran from a concussion a couple months ago. is it safe for me to take it for gastroenteritis that i am currently experiencing? im having diarrhea and terrible nausea (no vomiting yet) and just need some relief for the nausea part?

: Yes, you may. Taking 8mg once should suffice for desired effect.

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Yes, you may. Taking 8mg once should suffice for desired effect.

Answered 11/7/2022

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A member asked:

I have leftover zofran from a concussion a couple months ago. is it safe for me to take it for gastroenteritis that i am currently experiencing? im having diarrhea and terrible nausea (no vomiting yet) and just need some relief for the nausea part?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jay Park answered

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