Central New York Regional Emergency Medical Services Council, Inc.
Jefferson Tower – Suite LL1
50 Presidential Plaza
Syracuse, New York 13202
www.cnyems.org
Phone: (315) 701-5707
(800) 295-2195
Fax:
(315) 701-5709
Zofran Fact Sheet
Brand name: Zofran ODT, Zofran
Generic name: Ondansetron hydrochloride
Classification: Antiemetic
Indications: For the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting caused
by radiation therapy or chemotherapy for cancer, and, in some cases, to
prevent these problems following surgery.
Contraindications: Known hypersensitivity to medication or similar
medications such as Anzemet or Kytril. Decreased liver function, intestinal
obstruction, and cardiac arrhythmias.
Side Effects: Constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, headache, hypotension
Dose: Ondansetron (Zofran) 0.1 mg/kg up to 4 mg IV.
Repeat once after 2 minutes as needed.
Additional dose per medical control.
CNYEMS Minimum Required Equipment: 2ml single dose vial (2mg/ml)
 ALS Ambulances: 2 vials ambulance and 1 vial portable kit
 ALS FR: 3 vials portable kit