Ondansetron

["Before taking ondansetron", "You should not use ondansetron if:", "\\\\nyou are also using apomorphine (Apokyn) or\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nyou are allergic to ondansetron or similar medicines (dolasetron, granisetron, palonosetron).\\\\n", "To make sure ondansetron is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:", "\\\\nliver disease \\\\n\\\\n\\\\nan electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium or magnesium in your blood) \\\\n\\\\n\\\\ncongestive heart failure, slow heartbeats \\\\n\\\\n\\\\na personal or family history of long QT syndrome or\\\\n\\\\n\\\\na blockage in your digestive tract (stomach or intestines).\\\\n", "Ondansetron is not expected to harm an unborn baby Tell your doctor if you are pregnant.", "It is not known whether ondansetron passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.", "Ondansetron is not approved for use by anyone younger than 4 years old.", "Ondansetron orally disintegrating tablets may contain phenylalanine Tell your doctor if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).", " Ondansetron pregnancy and breastfeeding warnings (more detail)", "\\\\n\\\\n", "How should I take ondansetron?", "Take ondansetron exactly as prescribed by your doctor Follow all directions on your prescription label Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.", "Ondansetron can be taken with or without food.", "The first dose is usually taken before the start of your surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation treatment Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.", "Take the ondansetron regular tablet with a full glass of water.", "To take the orally disintegrating tablet (Zofran ODT):", "\\\\nKeep the tablet in its blister pack until you are ready to take it Open the package and peel back the foil Do not push a tablet through the foil or you may damage the tablet.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nUse dry hands to remove the tablet and place it in your mouth.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nDo not swallow the tablet whole Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nSwallow several times as the tablet dissolves.\\\\n", "To use ondansetron oral soluble film (strip) (Zuplenz):", "\\\\nKeep the strip in the foil pouch until you are ready to use the medicine.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nUsing dry hands, remove the strip and place it on your tongue It will begin to dissolve right away.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nDo not swallow the strip whole Allow it to dissolve in your mouth without chewing.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nSwallow several times after the strip dissolves If desired, you may drink liquid to help swallow the dissolved strip.\\\\n\\\\n\\\\nWash your hands after using Zuplenz.\\\\n", "Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.", "Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light Store liquid medicine in an upright position.", "What happens if I miss a dose?", "Take the missed dose as soon as you remember Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.", "What happens if I overdose?", "Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.", "Overdose symptoms may include sudden loss of vision, severe constipation, feeling light-headed, or fainting.", "What to avoid", "Ondansetron may impair your thinking or reactions Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert."]