New Drugbox Medication

Ondansetron

Ondansetron Trade Name: Zofran Drug Class: Antiemetic Clinical Uses: Prevention of nausea

& vomiting

How does it work???

It works by blocking Serotonin, one of the body’s natural substances that cause

vomiting.

Pharmacokinetics

Onset: Rapid Peak 15-30 minutes Duration 4 hours Half Life 4 hours average Excreted 95% in urine

IV Administration

Adults : 4 mg Slow IV Push over 30 seconds

Children: 4 mg Slow IV Push over 30 seconds

Ondansetron is an Offline Drug

Zofran is offline

Details of How Supplied

4mg per 2 ml bottle Drug box quantity is 8 mg (2 bottles) This is an optional drug per AZDHS

Side Effects Headache Lightheadedness Dizziness Constipation Drowsiness

Contraindications of use

Hypersensitivity to Ondansetron Myasthenia Gravis Not recommended for children under

3 years of age.

Take Quiz!!!

All AlS providers need to review Powerpoint presentation and then take quiz.

Return Quiz to Prehospital office by June 15th

After completion ALS providers can begin using Ondansetron with order.