Dosing & Uses
Dosage Forms & Strengths
injectable solution
- 2mg/mL
tablet
- 4mg
- 8mg
- 24mg
oral solution
- 4mg/5mL
oral soluble film
- 4mg
- 8mg
orally disintegrating tablets
- 4mg
- 8mg
Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea & Vomiting
Prophylaxis
PO
- Moderately emetogenic chemotherapy: 8 mg started 30 minutes before chemotherapy, then q12hr for 1-2 days after chemotherapy
- Highly emetogenic chemotherapy: 24 mg started 30 minutes before chemotherapy
- Zofran ODT: Using dry hands, carefully remove from blister pack immediately before use
IV
- 0.15 mg/kg over 15 min administered 30 min before chemotherapy, then 4 and 8 hr after first dose; not to exceed 16 mg (32 mg no longer recommended because of increased risk of QT prolongation)
Postoperative Nausea & Vomiting
Prophylaxis
4 mg IV/IM immediately before anesthesia or after procedure or 16 mg PO 1 hr before anesthesia; patients >80 kg may need additional 4 mg IV
Radiation-Induced Nausea & Vomiting
Prophylaxis
Total body radiation therapy: 8 mg PO 1-2 hours before radiation therapy; administered each day
Single high-dose fraction therapy to abdomen: 8 mg PO 1-2 hr before radiation therapy; administer subsequent doses every 8 hr after first dose 1-2 days after completion of therapy
Daily fractions to abdomen: Administer 8 mg PO 1-2 hr before radiotherapy; administer subsequent doses every 8 hr after first dose each day radiotherapy is given
Dosage Modifications
Renal impairment: Dose adjustment not necessary
Severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score ≥10): Not to exceed 8 mg/day
Cholestatic Pruritus (Off-label)
8 mg divided q12hr or 8 mg q8-12hr PO for 7 days up to 5 months
Alternatively, 4-8 mg intermittent short-term IV dosing used in adults; single dose of 4 mg single dose used in pregnancy
Uremic Pruritus (Off-label)
8 mg divided q12hr or 8 mg q8-12hr PO for 14 days up to 5 months
Spinal Opioid-Induced Pruritus (Off-label)
Prophylaxis: 4-8 mg IV 20-30 min prior to spinal opioid therapy; may repeat dosing at 12, 24, 36, 48 hr after spinal opioid dosing
Treatment: 4-8 mg IV
Rosacea (Off-label)
4-8 mg PO q12hr for up to 3 weeks
Alternatively, 12 mg IV daily for 4 days
Hyperemesis Gravidarum
10 mg IV q8hr PRN
Dosage Forms & Strengths
injectable solution
- 2mg/mL
tablet
- 4mg
- 8mg
oral solution
- 4mg/5mL
oral soluble film
- 4mg
- 8mg
orally disintegrating tablets
- 4mg
- 8mg
Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea & Vomiting
Prophylaxis
PO
- <4 years old: Safety and efficacy not established
- 4-12 years: 4 mg started 30 min before chemotherapy, then 4 and 8 hr after first dose, then q8hr for 1-2 days after chemotherapy
- >12 years: 8 mg started 30 min before chemotherapy, then q12hr for 1-2 days after chemotherapy, or single dose of 24 mg
IV
- <6 months: Safety and efficacy not established
- ≥6 months: 0.15 mg/kg over 15 min administered 30 min before chemotherapy, then repeated 4 and 8 hr after first dose; not to exceed 16 mg/dose (32 mg no longer recommended because of increased risk of QT prolongation)
Postoperative Nausea & Vomiting
Prophylaxis
1 month-12 years
>12 years
- 4 mg IV/IM immediately before anesthesia or after procedure or 16 mg PO 1 hr before anesthesia; patients >80 kg may need additional 4 mg IV
Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea & Vomiting (Orphan)
Ondansetron inhalation powder: Prevention of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting due to highly emetogenic chemotherapy in pediatric patients (aged birth through 16 yr)
Sponsor
- Luxena Pharmaceuticals, Inc; 1400 Coleman Avenue, Suite D27; Santa Clara, California 95050
Interactions
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Contraindicated (4)
- apomorphine
apomorphine, ondansetron. Mechanism: unspecified interaction mechanism. Contraindicated. Profound hypotension and loss of consciousness reported when 5HT3 antagonists are coadministered with apomorphine. Additionally, ondansetron may cause additive QT prolongation with apomorphine.
- dronedarone
dronedarone will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
dronedarone and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Contraindicated. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. - lefamulin
lefamulin will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated. Lefamulin is contraindicated with CYP3A substrates know to prolong the QT interval.
- posaconazole
posaconazole will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Contraindicated.
Serious - Use Alternative (152)
- abametapir
abametapir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. For 2 weeks after abametapir application, avoid taking drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates. If not feasible, avoid use of abametapir.
- alfuzosin
alfuzosin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- almotriptan
ondansetron, almotriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- amiodarone
amiodarone and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- amisulpride
amisulpride and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. ECG monitoring is recommended if coadministered.
- amitriptyline
amitriptyline and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, amitriptyline. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - amoxapine
amoxapine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, amoxapine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - apalutamide
apalutamide will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Coadministration of apalutamide, a strong CYP3A4 inducer, with drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates can result in lower exposure to these medications. Avoid or substitute another drug for these medications when possible. Evaluate for loss of therapeutic effect if medication must be coadministered. Adjust dose according to prescribing information if needed.
- arformoterol
arformoterol and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- aripiprazole
aripiprazole and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- arsenic trioxide
arsenic trioxide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- artemether
artemether and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- artemether/lumefantrine
artemether/lumefantrine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- asenapine
asenapine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- atomoxetine
atomoxetine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- azithromycin
azithromycin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- ceritinib
ceritinib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- chlorpromazine
chlorpromazine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- ciprofloxacin
ciprofloxacin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- citalopram
citalopram and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, citalopram. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - clarithromycin
clarithromycin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. Potential for increased ondansetron levels.
clarithromycin will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - clomipramine
clomipramine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, clomipramine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - clozapine
clozapine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- crizotinib
crizotinib and ondansetron both decrease QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- dasatinib
dasatinib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- degarelix
degarelix and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- desflurane
desflurane and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- desipramine
desipramine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, desipramine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - desvenlafaxine
ondansetron, desvenlafaxine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- deutetrabenazine
deutetrabenazine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- disopyramide
disopyramide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- dofetilide
dofetilide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- dolasetron
dolasetron and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- donepezil
donepezil and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- doxepin
ondansetron, doxepin. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- droperidol
droperidol and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- duloxetine
ondansetron, duloxetine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- efavirenz
efavirenz and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- eletriptan
ondansetron, eletriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- encorafenib
encorafenib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- entrectinib
entrectinib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- enzalutamide
enzalutamide will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- erdafitinib
erdafitinib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration unavoidable, separate administration by at least 6 hr before or after administration of P-gp substrates with narrow therapeutic index.
- eribulin
eribulin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- erythromycin base
erythromycin base and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- erythromycin ethylsuccinate
erythromycin ethylsuccinate and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- erythromycin lactobionate
erythromycin lactobionate and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- erythromycin stearate
erythromycin stearate and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- escitalopram
escitalopram and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, escitalopram. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - ezogabine
ezogabine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- fexinidazole
fexinidazole and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of fexinidazole with drugs known to block potassium channels or prolong QT interval.
fexinidazole will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Fexinidazole inhibits CYP3A4. Coadministration may increase risk for adverse effects of CYP3A4 substrates. - fingolimod
fingolimod and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- flecainide
flecainide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- fluconazole
fluconazole and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. Combination may increase ondansetron levels.
- fluoxetine
fluoxetine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, fluoxetine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - fluphenazine
fluphenazine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- fluvoxamine
fluvoxamine and ondansetron both increase serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- formoterol
formoterol and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- foscarnet
foscarnet and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- frovatriptan
ondansetron, frovatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- gemifloxacin
gemifloxacin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- gilteritinib
gilteritinib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- glasdegib
ondansetron and glasdegib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration unavoidable, monitor for increased risk of QTc interval prolongation.
- granisetron
granisetron and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- haloperidol
haloperidol and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- hydroxychloroquine sulfate
hydroxychloroquine sulfate and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ibutilide
ibutilide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- idelalisib
idelalisib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Idelalisib is a strong CYP3A inhibitor; avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A substrates
- iloperidone
iloperidone and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- imipramine
ondansetron, imipramine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- indacaterol, inhaled
indacaterol, inhaled, ondansetron. QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- indapamide
indapamide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- inotuzumab
inotuzumab and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If unable to avoid concomitant use, obtain ECGs and electrolytes before and after initiation of any drug known to prolong QTc, and periodically monitor as clinically indicated during treatment.
- isocarboxazid
ondansetron, isocarboxazid. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- isoflurane
isoflurane and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- isradipine
isradipine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- itraconazole
itraconazole and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ivosidenib
ivosidenib will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid coadministration of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with ivosidenib or replace with alternative therapies. If coadministration is unavoidable, monitor patients for loss of therapeutic effect of these drugs.
- lapatinib
lapatinib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. Potential for increased ondansetron levels.
- lasmiditan
lasmiditan increases levels of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- levofloxacin
levofloxacin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- levomilnacipran
ondansetron, levomilnacipran. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lithium
lithium and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lopinavir
lopinavir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- lumefantrine
lumefantrine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- macimorelin
macimorelin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Macimorelin causes an increase of ~11 msec in the corrected QT interval. Avoid coadministration with drugs that prolong QT interval, which could increase risk for developing torsade de pointes-type ventricular tachycardia. Allow sufficient washout time of drugs that are known to prolong the QT interval before administering macimorelin.
- maprotiline
maprotiline and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- mefloquine
mefloquine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- methadone
methadone and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- mifepristone
mifepristone will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- milnacipran
ondansetron, milnacipran. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- mobocertinib
mobocertinib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If coadministration unavoidable, reduce mobocertinib dose and monitor QTc interval more frequently.
- moxifloxacin
moxifloxacin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- naratriptan
ondansetron, naratriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- nilotinib
nilotinib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. Potential for increased ondansetron levels.
- nortriptyline
nortriptyline and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, nortriptyline. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - octreotide
octreotide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- ofloxacin
ofloxacin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- olanzapine
olanzapine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- paliperidone
paliperidone and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- paroxetine
ondansetron, paroxetine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- pazopanib
pazopanib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- pentamidine
pentamidine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- perphenazine
perphenazine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- phenelzine
ondansetron, phenelzine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- pimozide
pimozide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- pitolisant
ondansetron and pitolisant both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- posaconazole
posaconazole and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. Potential for increased ondansetron levels.
- procainamide
procainamide and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- propafenone
propafenone and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- protriptyline
protriptyline and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, protriptyline. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - quetiapine
quetiapine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- quinidine
quinidine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- quinine
quinine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- ranolazine
ranolazine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- rasagiline
ondansetron, rasagiline. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- ribociclib
ribociclib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- risperidone
ondansetron and risperidone both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- rizatriptan
ondansetron, rizatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- romidepsin
ondansetron and romidepsin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- saquinavir
ondansetron and saquinavir both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
saquinavir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - selegiline
ondansetron, selegiline. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- selegiline transdermal
ondansetron, selegiline transdermal. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sertraline
ondansetron and sertraline both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, sertraline. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - sevoflurane
sevoflurane and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- solifenacin
ondansetron and solifenacin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- sotalol
ondansetron and sotalol both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- sotorasib
sotorasib will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If use is unavoidable, refer to the prescribing information of the P-gp substrate for dosage modifications.
- sumatriptan
ondansetron, sumatriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sumatriptan intranasal
ondansetron, sumatriptan intranasal. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- sunitinib
ondansetron and sunitinib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- tacrolimus
ondansetron and tacrolimus both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- tedizolid
tedizolid, ondansetron. Either increases effects of the other by Mechanism: pharmacodynamic synergism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. both increase serotonin levels; increased risk of serotonin syndrome.
- telavancin
ondansetron and telavancin both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- tepotinib
tepotinib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. If concomitant use unavoidable, reduce the P-gp substrate dosage if recommended in its approved product labeling.
- thioridazine
thioridazine and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- thiothixene
ondansetron and thiothixene both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- toremifene
ondansetron and toremifene both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- tranylcypromine
ondansetron, tranylcypromine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- trimipramine
ondansetron and trimipramine both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
ondansetron, trimipramine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid concomitant use of tucatinib with CYP3A substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. If unavoidable, reduce CYP3A substrate dose according to product labeling.
- umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol inhaled
ondansetron increases toxicity of umeclidinium bromide/vilanterol inhaled by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Exercise extreme caution when vilanterol coadministered with drugs that prolong QTc interval; adrenergic agonist effects on the cardiovascular system may be potentiated.
- vandetanib
vandetanib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- vardenafil
ondansetron and vardenafil both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- vemurafenib
ondansetron and vemurafenib both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. Alterations in ondansetron concentrations may occur with concomitant use.
- venlafaxine
ondansetron, venlafaxine. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
- vilanterol/fluticasone furoate inhaled
ondansetron increases toxicity of vilanterol/fluticasone furoate inhaled by QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Exercise extreme caution when vilanterol coadministered with drugs that prolong QTc interval; adrenergic agonist effects on the cardiovascular system may be potentiated.
- voriconazole
ondansetron and voriconazole both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. Potential for increased ondansetron levels.
voriconazole will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. - vorinostat
ondansetron and vorinostat both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- voxelotor
voxelotor will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Voxelotor increases systemic exposure of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates. Avoid coadministration with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates with a narrow therapeutic index. Consider dose reduction of the sensitive CYP3A4 substrate(s) if unable to avoid.
- ziprasidone
ziprasidone and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- zolmitriptan
ondansetron, zolmitriptan. Either increases toxicity of the other by serotonin levels. Avoid or Use Alternate Drug.
Monitor Closely (83)
- albuterol
albuterol and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- alfuzosin
ondansetron and alfuzosin both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- amobarbital
amobarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- atazanavir
atazanavir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended.
- bedaquiline
ondansetron and bedaquiline both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. ECG should be monitored closely
- berotralstat
berotralstat will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor or titrate P-gp substrate dose if coadministered.
- bosutinib
bosutinib increases levels of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- butabarbital
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- carbamazepine
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
carbamazepine will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - cenobamate
cenobamate will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Increase dose of CYP3A4 substrate, as needed, when coadministered with cenobamate.
- chloroquine
chloroquine increases toxicity of ondansetron by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- cobicistat
cobicistat will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- crizotinib
crizotinib increases levels of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- crofelemer
crofelemer increases levels of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Crofelemer has the potential to inhibit CYP3A4 at concentrations expected in the gut; unlikely to inhibit systemically because minimally absorbed.
- dabrafenib
dabrafenib will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- darunavir
darunavir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
- deferasirox
deferasirox will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- dexamethasone
dexamethasone will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- dichlorphenamide
dichlorphenamide and ondansetron both decrease serum potassium. Use Caution/Monitor.
- doxepin
doxepin and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- efavirenz
efavirenz will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- elagolix
elagolix will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
elagolix decreases levels of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Elagolix is a weak-to-moderate CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor CYP3A substrates if coadministered. Consider increasing CYP3A substrate dose if needed. - eliglustat
eliglustat increases levels of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Monitor therapeutic drug concentrations, as indicated, or consider reducing the dosage of the P-gp substrate and titrate to clinical effect.
- elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF
elvitegravir/cobicistat/emtricitabine/tenofovir DF increases levels of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Cobicistat is a CYP3A4 inhibitor; contraindicated with CYP3A4 substrates for which elevated plasma concentrations are associated with serious and/or life-threatening events.
- encorafenib
encorafenib, ondansetron. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Encorafenib both inhibits and induces CYP3A4 at clinically relevant plasma concentrations. Coadministration of encorafenib with sensitive CYP3A4 substrates may result in increased toxicity or decreased efficacy of these agents.
- fedratinib
fedratinib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Adjust dose of drugs that are CYP3A4 substrates as necessary.
- fenfluramine
ondansetron decreases effects of fenfluramine by pharmacodynamic antagonism. Use Caution/Monitor. Potent serotonin receptor antagonists may decrease fenfluramine efficacy. If coadministered, monitor appropriately.
- fosamprenavir
fosamprenavir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
- fostemsavir
ondansetron and fostemsavir both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. QTc prolongation reported with higher than recommended doses of fostemsavir.
- gadobenate
gadobenate and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- gemtuzumab
ondansetron and gemtuzumab both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- glecaprevir/pibrentasvir
glecaprevir/pibrentasvir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- goserelin
goserelin increases toxicity of ondansetron by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- histrelin
histrelin increases toxicity of ondansetron by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- hydroxyzine
hydroxyzine increases toxicity of ondansetron by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- iloperidone
iloperidone increases levels of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Iloperidone is a time-dependent CYP3A inhibitor and may lead to increased plasma levels of drugs predominantly eliminated by CYP3A4.
- indinavir
indinavir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
- isoniazid
isoniazid will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
isoniazid will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended - istradefylline
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of CYP3A4 substrates in clinical trials. This effect was not observed with istradefylline 20 mg/day. Consider dose reduction of sensitive CYP3A4 substrates.
istradefylline will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Istradefylline 40 mg/day increased peak levels and AUC of P-gp substrates in clinical trials. Consider dose reduction of sensitive P-gp substrates. - itraconazole
itraconazole will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. P-gp inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
- ivacaftor
ivacaftor increases levels of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Ivacaftor and its M1 metabolite has the potential to inhibit P-gp; may significantly increase systemic exposure to sensitive P-gp substrates with a narrow therapeutic index.
- ketoconazole
ketoconazole will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
- lenvatinib
ondansetron and lenvatinib both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Lenvatinib prescribing information recommends monitoring ECG closely when coadministered with QT prolonging drugs.
- letermovir
letermovir increases levels of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- leuprolide
leuprolide increases toxicity of ondansetron by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- levoketoconazole
levoketoconazole will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
- lomitapide
lomitapide increases levels of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing dose when used concomitantly with lomitapide.
- lonafarnib
lonafarnib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Lonafarnib is a weak P-gp inhibitor. Monitor for adverse reactions if coadministered with P-gp substrates where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities. Reduce P-gp substrate dose if needed.
- lopinavir
lopinavir and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias.
- lorlatinib
lorlatinib will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- metformin
ondansetron increases levels of metformin by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Comment: Ondansetron inhibition of transporters (MATE or OCTs), which are responsible for active renal secretion of metformin may play a role.
- mifepristone
mifepristone, ondansetron. QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Use alternatives if available.
- mitotane
mitotane decreases levels of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Mitotane is a strong inducer of cytochrome P-4503A4; monitor when coadministered with CYP3A4 substrates for possible dosage adjustments.
- nefazodone
nefazodone will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
- nelfinavir
nelfinavir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. CYP-450 inhibitors may decrease clearance of ondansetron. However, no dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended
- osilodrostat
osilodrostat and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- osimertinib
osimertinib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Conduct periodic monitoring with ECGs and electrolytes in patients taking drugs known to prolong the QTc interval.
- oxaliplatin
oxaliplatin will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by Other (see comment). Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for ECG changes if therapy is initiated in patients with drugs known to prolong QT interval.
- oxcarbazepine
oxcarbazepine will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- ozanimod
ozanimod and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. The potential additive effects on heart rate, treatment with ozanimod should generally not be initiated in patients who are concurrently treated with QT prolonging drugs with known arrhythmogenic properties.
- panobinostat
ondansetron and panobinostat both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Panobinostat is known to significantly prolong QT interval. Panobinostat prescribing information states use with drugs known to prolong QTc is not recommended; however, antiemetic drugs known to prolong QTc (eg, dolasetron, granisetron, ondansetron) can be used with frequent ECG monitoring.
- pasireotide
ondansetron and pasireotide both increase QTc interval. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- phenytoin
phenytoin will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- ponatinib
ponatinib increases levels of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ribociclib
ribociclib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifabutin
rifabutin will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- ritonavir
ritonavir and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Avoid with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended with concomitant medications that prolong QT interval, electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias. May increase ondansetron levels.
ritonavir will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. - rucaparib
rucaparib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Adjust dosage of CYP3A4 substrates, if clinically indicated.
- sarecycline
sarecycline will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Monitor for toxicities of P-gp substrates that may require dosage reduction when coadministered with P-gp inhibitors.
- secobarbital
secobarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- selpercatinib
selpercatinib increases toxicity of ondansetron by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- sorafenib
sorafenib and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- St John's Wort
St John's Wort will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- stiripentol
stiripentol, ondansetron. affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Stiripentol is a CYP3A4 inhibitor and inducer. Monitor CYP3A4 substrates coadministered with stiripentol for increased or decreased effects. CYP3A4 substrates may require dosage adjustment.
stiripentol will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Modify Therapy/Monitor Closely. Consider reducing the dose of P-glycoprotein (P-gp) substrates, if adverse reactions are experienced when administered concomitantly with stiripentol. - tazemetostat
tazemetostat will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor.
- tecovirimat
tecovirimat will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Use Caution/Monitor. Tecovirimat is a weak CYP3A4 inducer. Monitor sensitive CYP3A4 substrates for effectiveness if coadministered.
- triclabendazole
triclabendazole and ondansetron both increase QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
- triptorelin
triptorelin increases toxicity of ondansetron by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor. Increases risk of torsades de pointes.
- tucatinib
tucatinib will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by P-glycoprotein (MDR1) efflux transporter. Use Caution/Monitor. Consider reducing the dosage of P-gp substrates, where minimal concentration changes may lead to serious or life-threatening toxicities.
- voclosporin
voclosporin, ondansetron. Either increases effects of the other by QTc interval. Use Caution/Monitor.
Minor (25)
- amobarbital
amobarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- armodafinil
armodafinil will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
armodafinil will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - bosentan
bosentan will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- butabarbital
butabarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- cigarette smoking
cigarette smoking will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- conivaptan
conivaptan will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- diltiazem
diltiazem will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended.
- eslicarbazepine acetate
eslicarbazepine acetate will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. No dosage adjustment for ondansetron is recommended for patients on these drugs.
- etravirine
etravirine will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- fosphenytoin
fosphenytoin will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- grapefruit
grapefruit will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- griseofulvin
griseofulvin will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- mexiletine
mexiletine will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- modafinil
modafinil will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nafcillin
nafcillin will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- nevirapine
nevirapine will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- peginterferon alfa 2a
peginterferon alfa 2a will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- pentobarbital
pentobarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- phenobarbital
phenobarbital will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- primidone
primidone will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
primidone will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - rifampin
rifampin will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- rifapentine
rifapentine will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- topiramate
topiramate will decrease the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
- verapamil
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown.
verapamil will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic/intestinal enzyme CYP3A4 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. - zileuton
zileuton will increase the level or effect of ondansetron by affecting hepatic enzyme CYP1A2 metabolism. Minor/Significance Unknown. No dosage adjustment is needed for ondansetron.
Adverse Effects
>10%
Headache (9-27%)
Malaise/fatigue (9-13%)
Constipation (6-11%)
1-10%
Hypoxia (9%)
Drowsiness (8%)
Diarrhea (2-7%)
Dizziness (7%)
Fever (2-8%)
Gynecologic disorder (7%)
Anxiety (6%)
Urinary retention (5%)
Pruritus (2-5%)
Injection-site pain (4%)
Paresthesia (2%)
Cold sensation (2%)
Elevated liver function test results (1-5%)
<1%
Cardiac: Arrhythmias (including ventricular and supraventricular tachycardia, premature ventricular contractions, and atrial fibrillation), bradycardia, electrocardiographic alterations (including second-degree heart block, QT/QTc interval prolongation, and ST segment depression), palpitations, and syncope; rarely and predominantly with intravenous ondansetron, myocardial ischemia, transient ECG changes including QT/QTc interval prolongation have been reported
Gastrointestinal: Nausea and vomiting
Anaphylaxis
ECG alterations: Arrhythmias; prolongation of PR, QRS, and QT intervals
Hepatobiliary: Specific hepatic enzyme abnormalities, hepatic necrosis, and abnormal hepatic function
General: Flushing, rare cases of hypersensitivity reactions, sometimes severe (eg, anaphylactic reactions, angioedema, bronchospasm, cardiopulmonary arrest, hypotension, laryngeal edema, laryngospasm, shock, shortness of breath, stridor)
Local reactions: Pain, redness, and burning at injection site
Lower respiratory: Hiccups
Neurological: Oculogyric crisis, appearing alone, as well as with other dystonic reactions; transient dizziness during or shortly after intravenous infusion
Skin and subcutaneous tissue: Urticaria, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis
Eye Disorders: Transient blindness (predominantly during IV administration) reported to resolve within a few minutes up to 48 hr; transient blurred vision
Musculoskeletal and connective tissue: Arthralgia
Warnings
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity
Coadministration with apomorphine; combination reported to cause profound hypotension and loss of consciousness
Cautions
Hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylaxis and bronchospasm may occur: discontinue therapy if suspected; monitor and treat promptly per standard of care until signs and symptoms resolve
Reduce dose with severe hepatic impairment
Use according to schedule, not PRN
Do not use instead of nasogastric suction
Ondansetron may mask progressive ileus or gastric distention in patients who are undergoing abdominal surgery or experiencing chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting; monitor for decreased bowel activity, particularly in patients with risk factors for gastrointestinal obstruction
Ondansetron is not a drug that stimulates gastric or intestinal peristalsis; should not be used instead of nasogastric suction
Serotonin syndrome reported with 5-HT3 receptor antagonists alone but particularly with concomitant use of serotonergic drugs including SSRIs, SNRIs, MAO inhibitors, lithium, tramadol, methylene blue IV, and mirtazapine; if concomitant use with other serotonergic drugs is clinically warranted, patients should be made aware of potential increased risk for serotonin syndrome
Cross-sensitivity among selective serotonin antagonists may occur
Zofran ODT contains phenylalanine (caution for phenylketonurics)
Dose-dependent QT prolongation; avoid in patients with congenital long QT syndrome; ECG monitoring recommended in patients who have electrolyte abnormalities, CHF, or bradyarrhythmias or who are also receiving other medications that cause QT prolongation
Myocardial ischemia
- Myocardial ischemia reported in patients treated with ondansetron; in some cases, predominantly during intravenous administration, the symptoms appeared immediately after administration but resolved with prompt treatment
- Coronary artery spasm appears to be the most common underlying cause; monitor or advise patients for signs or symptoms of myocardial ischemia after oral administration of ondansetron
Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy
Published epidemiological studies on association between ondansetron use and major birth defects have reported inconsistent findings and have important methodological limitations that preclude conclusions about safety use in pregnancy
Available postmarketing data have not identified a drug-associated risk of miscarriage or adverse maternal outcomes
Reproductive studies in rats and rabbits did not show evidence of harm to fetus when ondansetron was administered during organogenesis at approximately 6 and 24 times maximum recommended human oral dose of 24 mg/day, based on body surface area, respectively
Lactation
Not known whether ondansetron is present in human milk; there are no data on effects of therapy on breastfed infant or effects on milk production; however, it has been demonstrated that the drug is present in milk of rats; when a drug is present in animal milk, it is likely that the drug will be present in human milk
The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with mother’s clinical need for drug and any potential adverse effects on breastfed infant from therapy or from underlying maternal condition
Pregnancy Categories
A: Generally acceptable. Controlled studies in pregnant women show no evidence of fetal risk.
B: May be acceptable. Either animal studies show no risk but human studies not available or animal studies showed minor risks and human studies done and showed no risk. C: Use with caution if benefits outweigh risks. Animal studies show risk and human studies not available or neither animal nor human studies done. D: Use in LIFE-THREATENING emergencies when no safer drug available. Positive evidence of human fetal risk. X: Do not use in pregnancy. Risks involved outweigh potential benefits. Safer alternatives exist. NA: Information not available.Pharmacology
Mechanism of Action
Mechanism not fully characterized; selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonist; binds to 5-HT3 receptors both in periphery and in CNS, with primary effects in GI tract
Has no effect on dopamine receptors and therefore does not cause extrapyramidal symptoms
Absorption
Bioavailability: 56-71% (PO); food increases extent of absorption (17%)
Onset: 30 min
Peak plasma time: IV, end of infusion; IM, 30 min; PO, 2 hr (tablet) or 1 hr (soluble film)
Distribution
Protein bound: 70-76%
Vd: Children, 1.7-3.7 L/kg; adults, 2.2-2.5 L/kg
Metabolism
Extensive hepatic metabolism, with hydroxylation followed by glucuronide (indole ring) or sulfate conjugation; metabolized by CYP2D6 and partly by CYP1A2 and CYP3A4
Metabolites: Glucuronide conjugate, sulfate conjugate (inactive)
Elimination
Half-life: 2-7 hr (children <15 years); 3-7 hr (adults); patients with mild to moderate hepatic impairment, 12 hr; patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh class C), 20 hr
Renal Clearance: 0.26-0.38 L/hr/kg
Total body clearance: 600-700 mL/min
Excretion: Primarily urine (30-70%); feces (25%)
Administration
IV Incompatibilities
Syringe: Droperidol
Y-site: Acyclovir, allopurinol, aminophylline, amphotericin B, amphotericin B cholesteryl sulfate, ampicillin, ampicillin/sulbactam, amsacrine, cefepime, cefoperazone, 5-fluorouracil (5-FU; at 1 mg/mL ondansetron and 16 mg/mL 5-FU; may be compatible at 0.8 mg/mL 5-FU and up to 160 mcg/mL ondansetron), furosemide, ganciclovir, lorazepam, meropenem (at 50 mg/mL meropenem and 1 mg/mL ondansetron; may be compatible at 1 mg/mL each), methylprednisolone, piperacillin, sargramostim, sodium bicarbonate
IV Compatibilities
Solution: Compatible with most common solvents
Additive (partial list): Cisplatin, cyclophosphamide, cytarabine, decarbazine, dacarbazine with doxorubicin(?), doxorubicin, etoposide, hydromorphone, meropenem (incompatible at 20 g/L meropenem), methotrexate, morphine sulfate
Syringe: Alfentanil, atropine, dexamethasone (incompatible at 0.67 mg/mL dexamethasone and 1.07 mg/mL ondansetron), fentanyl, glycopyrrolate, meperidine, metoclopramide, midazolam, morphine sulfate, naloxone, neostigmine, propofol
Y-site (partial list): Alatrofloxacin, aldesleukin, azithromycin, bleomycin, carboplatin, cisplatin, cladribine, clindamycin, cyclophosphamide, cytarabine, dactinomycin, dopamine, heparin, hydromorphone, magnesium sulfate, meperidine, morphine sulfate, paclitaxel, potassium chloride, topotecan, vancomycin, vinblastine, vincristine, zidovudine
IV Preparation
No dilution necessary for premixed injection
Postoperative nausea and vomiting: No dilution necessary for 2 mg/mL vials
Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: Dilute IV injection (2 mg/mL vials, not premixed injection) in 50 mL D5W or NS
IV Administration
Infuse over 15 minutes after further dilution with 50 mL NS/D5W
Inject undiluted over at least 30 seconds, preferably over 2-5 minutes
IM Administration
No dilution necessary for premixed injection
Storage
Store at room temperature or refrigerate
Protect from light, excessive heat, and freezing
Images
| BRAND | FORM. | UNIT PRICE | PILL IMAGE |
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| ondansetron oral - | 8 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 4 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 4 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 4 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 8 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 8 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 8 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 4 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 8 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 4 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 4 mg tablet |  | |
| ondansetron oral - | 8 mg tablet |  | |
| Zuplenz oral - | 8 mg film |  | |
| Zuplenz oral - | 4 mg film |  |
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Patient Handout
ondansetron oral
ONDANSETRON SOLUBLE FILM - ORAL
(on-DAN-se-tron)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Zuplenz
USES: This medication is used alone or with other medications to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by cancer drug treatment (chemotherapy), radiation treatment, or drugs used to put you to sleep before surgery. Ondansetron works by blocking one of the body's natural substances (serotonin) that causes vomiting.
HOW TO USE: Read the Patient Information Leaflet and Instructions for Use if available from your pharmacist before you start using ondansetron oral soluble film and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.This medication is made to be dissolved on top of your tongue. Do not chew or swallow the film whole. If giving this medicine to a young child, help them use it properly.With dry hands, open the protective foil pouch just before using. Remove one film and place on top of your tongue. Allow it to dissolve completely (usually in 4 to 20 seconds), then swallow it with saliva or with liquid. You do not need to take this product with liquid. If your dose is for more than one film, allow each film to dissolve completely before taking the next film. Wash your hands after taking this medication.To prevent nausea from chemotherapy, take this medication as directed by your doctor, usually 30 minutes before treatment begins. To prevent nausea from radiation treatment, take this medication 1 to 2 hours before the start of your treatment. To prevent nausea after surgery, take ondansetron 1 hour before the start of surgery.Carefully follow your doctor's directions for taking this medication. Ondansetron may be taken up to 3 times a day for 1 to 2 days after each chemotherapy or radiation treatment. If you are taking this medication on a prescribed schedule, take it regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day.The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. The dosage for children may also be based on age and weight. Take this medication exactly as directed. Do not take more medication or take it more often than prescribed.Tell your doctor if your nausea and vomiting lasts or if it gets worse.
SIDE EFFECTS: Headache, lightheadedness, dizziness, drowsiness, tiredness, or constipation may occur. If these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor promptly.To minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising from a sitting or lying position.Remember that this medication has been prescribed because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: abdominal pain, muscle spasm/stiffness.Get medical help right away if you have any very serious side effects, including: chest pain, slow/fast/irregular heartbeat, severe dizziness, fainting.This medication may increase serotonin and rarely cause a very serious condition called serotonin syndrome/toxicity. The risk increases if you are also taking other drugs that increase serotonin, so tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the drugs you take (see Drug Interactions section). Get medical help right away if you develop some of the following symptoms: fast heartbeat, hallucinations, loss of coordination, severe dizziness, severe nausea/vomiting/diarrhea, twitching muscles, unexplained fever, unusual agitation/restlessness.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.In the US -Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or at www.fda.gov/medwatch.In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at 1-866-234-2345.
PRECAUTIONS: Before taking ondansetron, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: irregular heartbeat, liver problems, stomach/intestinal problems (such as recent abdominal surgery, ileus).Ondansetron may cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). QT prolongation can rarely cause serious (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms (such as severe dizziness, fainting) that need medical attention right away.The risk of QT prolongation may be increased if you have certain medical conditions or are taking other drugs that may cause QT prolongation. Before using ondansetron, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all the drugs you take and if you have any of the following conditions: certain heart problems (heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in the EKG), family history of certain heart problems (QT prolongation in the EKG, sudden cardiac death).Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This risk may increase if you use certain drugs (such as diuretics/"water pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about using ondansetron safely.This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Avoid alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug, especially QT prolongation (see above).During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. It may harm an unborn baby. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval.Some products that may interact with this drug include: apomorphine, tramadol.Many drugs besides ondansetron may affect the heart rhythm (QT prolongation), including dofetilide, pimozide, procainamide, amiodarone, quinidine, sotalol, macrolide antibiotics (such as erythromycin), among others. Before using ondansetron, report all medications you are currently using to your doctor or pharmacist.The risk of serotonin syndrome/toxicity increases if you are also taking other drugs that increase serotonin. Examples include street drugs such as MDMA/"ecstasy," St. John's wort, certain antidepressants (including SSRIs such as fluoxetine/paroxetine, SNRIs such as duloxetine/venlafaxine), among others. The risk of serotonin syndrome/toxicity may be more likely when you start or increase the dose of these drugs.
OVERDOSE: If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing, call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.
NOTES: Do not share this product with others.Laboratory and/or medical tests (such as EKG) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details.
MISSED DOSE: Try to take each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is near the time for the next dose. In that case, skip the missed dose. Take your next dose at the regular time. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications out of reach of children and pets.Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.
Information last revised February 2022. Copyright(c) 2022 First Databank, Inc.
IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.
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