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Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsOndansetron
Description
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is an antiemetic medicine that contains ondansetron as an active ingredient. It is used in the treatment of nausea and vomiting caused by stomach problems, surgery, using cancer medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy. It works by blocking a natural substance called serotonin in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting. Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD may cause side effects like constipation, headache, diarrhoea, etc. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms persist. Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age unless if prescribed by your paediatrician. Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD should be taken 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy, 1-2 hours before the start of radiation therapy, or 1 hour before surgery. Keep the tablet in the mouth. It will dissolve in a short period of time (within seconds). Swallow the medicine with saliva. Drink an adequate amount of water after swallowing the medicine. If you vomit this medicine within one hour of taking it, take the same dose again. Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD should be used with caution if you have any condition like liver disease, heart failure, electrolyte imbalance, stomach or intestine blockage disorders. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD

Emeset 8 MG Tablet MD
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD

  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Fatigue
  • Fast or slow or irregular heartbeat
  • Chills
  • Dry mouth
  • Anxiety
  • Dizziness
  • Excessive sweating

Uses of Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD

What is it prescribed for?

  • Radiation induced nausea and vomiting
  • Chemotherapy 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?
    Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD starts showing its effects within 2 hours after taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD lasts for an average duration of 12 to 28 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 MD.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is relatively safe to be used in pregnancy. It is sometimes used to treat nausea and vomiting during the first trimester. However, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is not recommended to be used during breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and may harm your baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Do not take Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have a history of allergy to this medicine. If you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., seek medical attention immediately.

Apomorphine

Apomorphine is used to treat symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The combined use of Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD 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 MD is relatively safe to be used in pregnancy. It is sometimes used to treat nausea and vomiting during the first trimester. However, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is not recommended to be used during breastfeeding as it may pass into breast milk and may harm your baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Electrolyte imbalances

Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD should be used with caution if you have low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood as it may cause serious side effects.

Intestinal obstruction

Use Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD caution if you have a problem of intestinal obstruction caused by colon cancer, Crohn's disease or diverticulitis (swelling in the large intestine) because this medicine can delay the time for food to move through the entire intestine (bowel transit time).

Serotonin syndrome

Serotonin syndrome is a condition where your body produces too much of a chemical called serotonin. This occurs when you take medicines that cause high levels of serotonin in your body. This chemical helps your brain cells and nerve cells to communicate with each other. But too much serotonin causes extreme nerve cell activity and serious symptoms. Caution should be taken when Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is used along with other same class of medications like granisetron, dolasetron, etc., as it may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome.

Use in children

Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is not recommended for use in children below 4 years of age because no data is available regarding its effectiveness.

Missed Dose

Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is generally taken as a single dose, hence the chances of missing a dose is very low. If you are on a scheduled dosing regimen of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD. In case you have taken an overdose of this medicine, seek emergency medical attention.
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

Carbamazepine

Phenytoin

Tramadol

Amiodarone

Apomorphine

Disease interactions

QT Prolongation

If you have any heart problems and are on medication, maintain caution while taking Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD as it may cause a heart rhythm problem called prolonged QT intervals (an electrical heartbeat disturbance). It may result in fast, rapid, and irregular heartbeats.

Liver disease

The primary conversion of Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD to its active form happens in the liver. Hence, caution should be maintained if you have liver disease. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may suggest liver function tests (LFT) while you are on treatment with Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD.
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.
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD is used to treat nausea and vomiting. It should be taken with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed doses. Avoid eating heavy meals before taking this medicine. Eat small snacks or light foods and also drink water to avoid dehydration while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have any disease conditions like liver or heart disease. Store this medicine at room temperature away from sunlight. Keep the medicine out of reach of children. Discard the medicine if the strip of the medicine is open. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

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

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Zofer 8 MG Tablet MD works by blocking a natural substance called serotonin in the brain that causes nausea and vomiting.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Antiemetics, 5HT3 receptor antagonists

Schedule

Schedule H

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