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Zofer 8 MG Tablet

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsOndansetron
Description
Zofer 8 MG Tablet is an antiemetic medicine. It is used for the treatment and prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with surgery, radiation treatment (the use of high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells), or the use of anti-cancer medications. This medicine works by blocking the action of a chemical substance that causes nausea or vomiting. Zofer 8 MG Tablet can cause side effects like headache, constipation, sleepiness, tiredness, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Zofer 8 MG Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take the medicine as instructed by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the recommended dose. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor, as your symptoms may reoccur or worsen. Zofer 8 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor about your current medications and existing medical conditions. This will help your doctor adjust the dose to avoid undesired effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Zofer 8 MG Tablet

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Zofer 8 MG Tablet

  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Tiredness
  • Dry mouth
  • Fast or slow or irregular heartbeat
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness

Uses of Zofer 8 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Chemotherapy or Radiation therapy induced nausea and vomiting
  • Post operative nausea and vomiting
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Zofer 8 MG Tablet can be observed within 30 minutes to an hour.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Zofer 8 MG Tablet lasts for approximately 8-12 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Zofer 8 MG Tablet
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Zofer 8 MG Tablet should be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Zofer 8 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Zofer 8 MG Tablet is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Apomorphine

Apomorphine is a medicine used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease (a nervous system disorder that causes difficulties with movement, muscle control, and balance). The combined use of Zofer 8 MG Tablet and Apomorphine is not recommended due to the risk of lightheadedness, loss of consciousness, and low blood pressure.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Zofer 8 MG Tablet should be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Zofer 8 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Electrolyte imbalances

Zofer 8 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood as it may cause undesired effects. Your doctor may correct such conditions before starting the treatment with this medicine.

Other medicines

Zofer 8 MG Tablet may interact with certain medicines and cause undesired effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your doctor about all your current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of Zofer 8 MG Tablet.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Amitriptyline

Phenytoin

Tramadol

Amiodarone

Apomorphine

Carbamazepine

Disease interactions

QT Prolongation

Zofer 8 MG Tablet may cause a heart rhythm problem called QT prolongation. This may result in fast, rapid, and irregular heartbeats. Hence this medicine should be used with caution if you have heart conditions, electrolyte abnormalities (when the levels of electrolytes in your body are either too high or too low), or taking medications that may cause QT prolongation.

Liver Disease

Zofer 8 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as this medicine is broken down in the liver. An impaired liver function might lead to a buildup of unused medicine, resulting in toxicity.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Zofer 8 MG Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablet. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed as it may increase the risk of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Avoid eating heavy meals as it may trigger nausea and vomiting. Instead, eat smaller meals more frequently.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Zofer 8 MG Tablet works by blocking the action of a naturally occurring chemical substance that causes nausea and vomiting.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Antiemetics, 5HT3 receptor antagonists

Schedule

Schedule H

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