Zofran Online Prescription

Zofran - Summary

Zofran is a medication used in the prevention of nausea and vomiting in a variety of clinical settings. People who need a Zofran prescription can use Push Health to connect with a licensed medical provider who can prescribe Zofran medication, including Zofran generic and Zofran ODT, when appropriate to do so.

What Is Zofran Used For?

Zofran prescription medication contains the ingredient ondansetron hydrochloride. Zofran medication is used for preventing nausea and vomiting in certain instances, including postoperatively and during some instances of chemotherapy and radiotherapy in cancer patients. Zofran medication belongs to a class of medications known as 5-HT₃ receptor antagonists. Found centrally and peripherally in the nervous system, these receptors may be affected by Zofran tablets in both areas and produce a relief from symptoms of emesis. Zofran prescription tablets are not thought to antagonize dopamine receptors.

Zofran - Dose and Cost

Zofran medication has historically been available as Zofran 4 mg tablets, Zofran 8 mg tablets, Zofran ODT 4 mg and Zofran ODT 8 mg as well as in the form of an oral solution. After oral administration, the active ingredients in Zofran generally demonstrate a half-life of under 7 hours. The majority of Zofran's active ingredients are bound to proteins in the plasma and the drug is largely eliminated as conjugated metabolites in the urine. Generic Zofran medication is affordable, costing roughly 90 cents per Zofran 4 mg ODT for people paying out of pocket. Insurance may also help cover the costs associated with a Zofran prescription and Zofran discount cards may be available online or through the manufacturer at times.

Can I Buy Zofran Online?

Zofran OTC (over the counter) is not available as it is a prescription medication in the United States. Because of this, one cannot simply buy Zofran online as the first step is getting a prescription from a licensed medical provider. People who need a Zofran prescription, however, can use Push Health to connect with a medical provider who can prescribe Zofran tablets, including generic Zofran ODT medication, when appropriate to do so.

Zofran - Side Effects

Zofran prescription medication, like other medications, can cause side effects and concerns should be discussed with one's medical provider and pharmacist prior to using the medication. Side effects that can result from Zofran tablet use include headache, fatigue, diarrhea and constipation. Zofran medication use can also result in seizures, cardiac abnormalities, and bronchospasm. Zofran prescription tablets can also cause QT prolongation and serotonin syndrome and care should be taken when those conditions might be of concern. Zofran medication and alcohol should not be used together. People with a known hypersensitivity to Zofran prescription medication or any of the ingredients in the medication should not use the drug.

More Zofran Information

• Zofran - FDA