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Ondansetron may be used for the prevention or treatment of nausea and vomiting but it may cause constipation or a headache. Prescribed for Nausea/Vomiting, Nausea/Vomiting - Chemotherapy Induced,... View more

Zofran may be used for the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery. It is approved for use in children over the age of 4, and a headache,... View more

Promethazine may be used to relieve allergy symptoms and nausea. Sedation is the main side effect. Prescribed for Light Sedation, Allergic Reactions, Allergic Rhinitis, Anaphylaxis, Motion Sickness,... View more

Prescription only

Prescription only

Prescription only

Ratings & Reviews

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Drug Class

Side Effects

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Pricing and Coupons

* Prices are without insurance
Quantity 2 mL
Dosage 2 mg/mL
Per Unit* $4.05
Cost* $8.10

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Quantity 3 tablet
Dosage 8 mg
Per Unit* $40.61
Cost* $121.82

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Quantity 1 tablet
Dosage 25 mg
Per Unit* $8.24 - $9.70
Cost* $8.24 - $9.70

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Generic Availability

Yes (this medicine)

Yes

Yes (this medicine)

Dosage Form(s) Available
  • Injectable solution
  • Oral solution
  • Oral tablet
  • Oral tablet, disintegrating
  • Injectable solution
  • Oral solution
  • Oral tablet
  • Injectable solution
  • Oral syrup
  • Oral tablet
  • Rectal suppository

Brand Names
Zofran, Zofran ODT, Zuplenz Other ondansetron brands include: Zofran ODT, Zuplenz Adgan, Anergan 50, Antinaus 50, Phenadoz, Phenergan, Promethegan

Half Life

The half-life of a drug is the time taken for the plasma concentration of a drug to reduce to half its original value.

4 hours

4 hours

16 hours

CSA Schedule**

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N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.
N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.
N
Not a controlled drug

Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act.

Pregnancy Category
B
Category B No proven risk in humans

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B
Category B No proven risk in humans

See the full Pregnancy Warnings document.
C
Category C Risk cannot be ruled out

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FDA Alerts

FDA Alerts (5)

FDA Alerts (5)

FDA Alerts (3)

Drug Interactions

A total of 316 drugs are known to interact with ondansetron:

  • 116 major drug interactions (419 brand and generic names)
  • 195 moderate drug interactions (762 brand and generic names)
  • 5 minor drug interactions (19 brand and generic names)

A total of 316 drugs are known to interact with Zofran:

  • 116 major drug interactions (419 brand and generic names)
  • 195 moderate drug interactions (762 brand and generic names)
  • 5 minor drug interactions (19 brand and generic names)

A total of 652 drugs are known to interact with promethazine:

  • 70 major drug interactions (266 brand and generic names)
  • 567 moderate drug interactions (2248 brand and generic names)
  • 15 minor drug interactions (65 brand and generic names)

Alcohol/Food/Lifestyle Interactions

No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

No known alcohol/food interactions. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
  • Ask your doctor before using promethazine together with alcohol. This can cause uncontrollable... View more

Disease Interactions

First Approval Date

January 04, 1991

December 31, 1992

March 29, 1951

WADA Class

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N/A

N/A

N/A

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** The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) schedule information displayed applies to substances regulated under federal law. There may be variations in CSA schedules between individual states.

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