Introduction

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Uses of Zofra

Nausea
Vomiting

Side effects of Zofra

Constipation
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Headache

How to use Zofra

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Zofra may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Zofra works

Zofra is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.

What if you forget to take Zofra?

If you miss a dose of Zofra, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Ondace 4mg Tablet MD for prevention of nausea and vomiting caused after surgery or due to chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Unlike some other nausea medicines, the side effects for Ondace 4mg Tablet MD are relatively mild.
It is fast-acting and starts working within 30 minutes.
If you vomit within one hour of taking a dose, take another dose.
Avoid heavy meals and try eating small nourishing snacks throughout the day. Also, sip water regularly to help avoid dehydration.

Safety Advice

SAFE – Alcohol: Consuming alcohol with Zofra does not cause any harmful side effects.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Zofra is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Zofra is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Zofra does not usually affect your ability to drive.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Kidney: Zofra is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Zofra is recommended.\nHowever, inform your doctor if you have an underlying kidney disease. Limited information is available in patients taking this medicine for more than one day.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Liver: There is limited information available on the use of Zofra in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.