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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Hypersensitivity reactions have been reported in patients who have exhibited hypersensitivity to other selective 5-HT3 receptor antagonists.
ECG changes including QT interval prolongation has been seen in patients receiving ondansetron. In addition, post-marketing cases of Torsade de Pointes have been reported in patients using ondansetron. Avoid ondansetron in patients with congenital long QT syndrome. ECG monitoring is recommended in patients with electrolyte abnormalities (e.g., hypokalemia or hypomagnesemia), congestive heart failure, bradyarrhythmias or patients taking other medicinal products that lead to QT prolongation.
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Uses
- Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with highly emetogenic cancer chemotherapy, including cisplatin ≥50 mg/m2.
- Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of moderately emetogenic cancer chemotherapy.
- Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with radiotherapy in patients receiving either total body irradiation, single high-dose fraction to the abdomen, or daily fractions to the abdomen.
- Prevention of postoperative nausea and/or vomiting. As with other antiemetics, routine prophylaxis is not recommended for patients in whom there is little expectation that nausea and/or vomiting will occur postoperatively. In patients where nausea and/or vomiting must be avoided postoperatively, Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP is recommended even where the incidence of postoperative nausea and/or vomiting is low.
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The active ingredient in Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP is ondansetron hydrochloride (HCl) as the dihydrate, the racemic form of ondansetron and a selective blocking agent of the serotonin 5-HT3 receptor type. Chemically it is (±) 1, 2, 3, 9-tetrahydro-9-methyl-3-[(2-methyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)methyl]-4H-carbazol-4-one, monohydrochloride, dihydrate. It has the following structural formula:
The molecular formula is C18H19N3O∙HCl∙2H2O, representing a molecular weight of 365.9. Ondansetron HCl dihydrate is a white to off-white powder that is soluble in water and normal saline.
Each 5 mL of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP contains 5 mg of ondansetron HCl dihydrate equivalent to 4 mg of ondansetron. Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP contains the inactive ingredients citric acid anhydrous, glycerin, saccharin sodium, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, and strawberry flavor.
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Ondansetron Hydrochloride Solution Manufacturers
- Precision Dose Inc.
Ondansetron Hydrochloride Solution | Precision Dose Inc.
Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated With Highly Emetogenic Cancer ChemotherapyThe recommended adult oral dosage of ondansetron is 24 mg given as three 8 mg tablets administered 30 minutes before the start of single-day highly emetogenic chemotherapy, including cisplatin ≥50 mg/m2 . Multiday, single-dose administration of a 24 mg dosage has not been studied.
Pediatric Use: There is no experience with use of a 24 mg dosage in pediatric patients.
Geriatric Use: The dosage recommendation is the same as for the general population.
Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated With Moderately Emetogenic Cancer ChemotherapyThe recommended adult oral dosage is 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP given twice a day. The first dose should be administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with a subsequent dose 8 hours after the first dose. 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP should be administered twice a day (every 12 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy.
Pediatric Use: For pediatric patients 12 years of age and older, the dosage is the same as for adults. For pediatric patients 4 through 11 years of age, the dosage is 5 mL (1 teaspoonful equivalent to 4 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP given 3 times a day. The first dose should be administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with subsequent doses 4 and 8 hours after the first dose. 5 mL (1 teaspoonful equivalent to 4 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP should be administered 3 times a day (every 8 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy.
Geriatric Use: The dosage is the same as for the general population.
Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated With Radiotherapy, Either Total Body Irradiation, or Single High-Dose Fraction or Daily Fractions to the AbdomenThe recommended oral dosage is 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP given 3 times a day.
For total body irradiation, 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP should be administered 1 to 2 hours before each fraction of radiotherapy administered each day.
For single high-dose fraction radiotherapy to the abdomen, 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP should be administered 1 to 2 hours before radiotherapy, with subsequent doses every 8 hours after the first dose for 1 to 2 days after completion of radiotherapy.
For daily fractionated radiotherapy to the abdomen, 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP should be administered 1 to 2 hours before radiotherapy, with subsequent doses every 8 hours after the first dose for each day radiotherapy is given.
Pediatric Use: There is no experience with the use of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP in the prevention of radiation-induced nausea and vomiting in pediatric patients.
Geriatric Use: The dosage recommendation is the same as for the general population.
Postoperative Nausea and VomitingThe recommended dosage is 16 mg given as 20 mL (4 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 16 mg of ondansetron) of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP 1 hour before induction of anesthesia.
Pediatric Use: There is no experience with the use of Ondansetron Oral Solution, USP in the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting in pediatric patients.
Geriatric Use: The dosage is the same as for the general population.
Dosage Adjustment for Patients With Impaired Renal FunctionThe dosage recommendation is the same as for the general population. There is no experience beyond first-day administration of ondansetron.
Dosage Adjustment for Patients With Impaired Hepatic FunctionIn patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh2 score of 10 or greater), clearance is reduced and apparent volume of distribution is increased with a resultant increase in plasma half-life. In such patients, a total daily dose of 8 mg should not be exceeded.
- Remedyrepack Inc.
Ondansetron Hydrochloride Solution | Remedyrepack Inc.
Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of emetogenic cancer chemotherapy (2.1):
Adults and Pediatric patients (6 months to 18 years): Three 0.15 mg/kg doses, up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose, infused intravenously over 15 minutes. The first dose should be administered 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy. Subsequent doses are administered 4 and 8 hours after the first dose.Prevention of postoperative nausea and/or vomiting (2.2):
Population Age Ondansetron Injection, USP Dosage Intravenous
Infusion Rate Adults >12 yrs 4 mg X 1 Over 2-5 min Pediatrics
(>40 kg) 1 mo.-12 yrs 4 mg X 1 Over 2-5 min Pediatrics
(≤40 kg) 1 mo.-12 yrs 0.1 mg/kg X 1 Over 2-5 min In patients with severe hepatic impairment, a total daily dose of 8 mg should not be exceeded. (2.4)Ondansetron Injection, USP should be diluted in 50 mL of 5% Dextrose Injection or 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection before administration.
Adults: The recommended adult intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is three 0.15-mg/kg doses up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2)].The first dose is infused over 15 minutes beginning 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy. Subsequent doses (0.15 mg/kg) are administered 4 and 8 hours after the first dose of Ondansetron Injection, USP.
Pediatrics: For pediatric patients 6 months through 18 years of age, the intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is three 0.15-mg/kg doses up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose [see Clinical Studies (14.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2 and 12.3)]. The first dose is to be administered 30 minutes before the start of moderately to highly emetogenic chemotherapy. Subsequent doses (0.15 mg/kg up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose) are administered 4 and 8 hours after the first dose of Ondansetron Injection, USP. The drug should be infused intravenously over 15 minutes.
Ondansetron Injection, USP should not be mixed with solutions for which physical and chemical compatibility have not been established. In particular, this applies to alkaline solutions as a precipitate may form.
Adults: The recommended adult intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is 4 mg undiluted administered intravenously in not less than 30 seconds, preferably over 2 to 5 minutes, immediately before induction of anesthesia, or postoperatively if the patient did not receive prophylactic antiemetics and experiences nausea and/or vomiting occurring within 2 hours after surgery. Alternatively, 4 mg undiluted may be administered intramuscularly as a single injection for adults. While recommended as a fixed dose for patients weighing more than 40 kg, few patients above 80 kg have been studied. In patients who do not achieve adequate control of postoperative nausea and vomiting following a single, prophylactic, preinduction, intravenous dose of ondansetron 4 mg, administration of a second intravenous dose of 4 mg ondansetron postoperatively does not provide additional control of nausea and vomiting.
Pediatrics: For pediatric patients 1 month through 12 years of age, the dosage is a single 0.1-mg/kg dose for patients weighing 40 kg or less, or a single 4-mg dose for patients weighing more than 40 kg. The rate of administration should not be less than 30 seconds, preferably over 2 to 5 minutes immediately prior to or following anesthesia induction, or postoperatively if the patient did not receive prophylactic antiemetics and experiences nausea and/or vomiting occurring shortly after surgery. Prevention of further nausea and vomiting was only studied in patients who had not received prophylactic Ondansetron Injection, USP.
After dilution, do not use beyond 24 hours. Although Ondansetron Injection, USP is chemically and physically stable when diluted as recommended, sterile precautions should be observed because diluents generally do not contain preservative.
Ondansetron Injection, USP is stable at room temperature under normal lighting conditions for 48 hours after dilution with the following intravenous fluids: 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 5% Dextrose Injection, 5% Dextrose and 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 5% Dextrose and 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, and 3% Sodium Chloride Injection.
Note: Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration before administration whenever solution and container permit.
Precaution: Occasionally, ondansetron precipitates at the stopper/vial interface in vials stored upright. Potency and safety are not affected. If a precipitate is observed, resolubilize by shaking the vial vigorously.
In patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score of 10 or greater), a single maximal daily dose of 8 mg infused over 15 minutes beginning 30 minutes before the start of the emetogenic chemotherapy is recommended. There is no experience beyond first-day administration of ondansetron in these patients [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
- Precision Dose Inc.
Ondansetron Hydrochloride Solution | Precision Dose Inc.
Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated With Highly Emetogenic Cancer ChemotherapyThe recommended adult oral dosage of ondansetron is 24 mg given as three 8 mg tablets administered 30 minutes before the start of a single-day highly emetogenic chemotherapy, including cisplatin ≥50 mg/m2. Multiday, single-dose administration of a 24 mg dosage has not been studied.
Pediatric UseThere is no experience with the use of a 24 mg dosage in pediatric patients.
Geriatric UseThe dosage recommendation is the same as for the general population.
Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated With Moderately Emetogenic Cancer ChemotherapyThe recommended adult oral dosage is 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution given twice a day. The first dose should be administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with a subsequent dose 8 hours after the first dose. 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution should be administered twice a day (every 12 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy.
Pediatric UseFor pediatric patients 12 years of age and older, the dosage is the same as for adults. For pediatric patients 4 through 11 years of age, the dosage is 5 mL (1 teaspoonful equivalent to 4 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution given three times a day. The first dose should be administered 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy, with subsequent doses 4 and 8 hours after the first dose. 5 mL (1 teaspoonful equivalent to 4 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution should be administered three times a day (every 8 hours) for 1 to 2 days after completion of chemotherapy.
Geriatric UseThe dosage is the same as for the general population.
Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated With Radiotherapy, Either Total Body Irradiation, or Single High-Dose Fraction or Daily Fractions to the AbdomenThe recommended oral dosage is 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution given three times a day.
For total body irradiation, 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution should be administered 1 to 2 hours before each fraction of radiotherapy administered each day.
For single high-dose fraction radiotherapy to the abdomen, 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution should be administered 1 to 2 hours before radiotherapy, with subsequent doses every 8 hours after the first dose for 1 to 2 days after completion of radiotherapy.
For daily fractionated radiotherapy to the abdomen, 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 8 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution should be administered 1 to 2 hours before radiotherapy, with subsequent doses every 8 hours after the first dose for each day radiotherapy is given.
Pediatric UseThere is no experience with the use of ondansetron oral solution in the prevention of radiation-induced nausea and vomiting in pediatric patients.
Geriatric UseThe dosage recommendation is the same as for the general population.
Postoperative Nausea and VomitingThe recommended dosage is 16 mg given as 20 mL (4 teaspoonfuls equivalent to 16 mg of ondansetron) of ondansetron oral solution 1 hour before induction of anesthesia.
Pediatric UseThere is no experience with the use of ondansetron oral solution in the prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting in pediatric patients.
Geriatric UseThe dosage is the same as for the general population.
Dosage Adjustment for Patients With Impaired Renal FunctionThe dosage recommendation is the same as for the general population. There is no experience beyond first-day administration of ondansetron.
Dosage Adjustment for Patients With Impaired Hepatic FunctionIn patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh2 score of 10 or greater), clearance is reduced and apparent volume of distribution is increased with a resultant increase in plasma half-life. In such patients, a total daily dose of 8 mg should not be exceeded.
- Roxane Laboratories, Inc
Ondansetron Hydrochloride Solution | Pd-rx Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Essential Hypertension:The dose of verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets should be individualized by titration and the drug should be administered with food. Initiate therapy with 180 mg of extended-release verapamil hydrochloride, given in the morning. Lower initial doses of 120 mg a day may be warranted in patients who may have an increased response to verapamil (eg, the elderly or small people). Upward titration should be based on therapeutic efficacy and safety evaluated weekly and approximately 24 hours after the previous dose. The antihypertensive effects of verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets are evident within the first week of therapy.
If adequate response is not obtained with 180 mg of verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets, the dose may be titrated upward in the following manner:
a) 240 mg each morning,
b) 180 mg each morning plus
180 mg each evening; or
240 mg each morning plus
120 mg each evening,
c) 240 mg every 12 hours.
When switching from verapamil hydrochloride immediate-release tablets to verapamil hydrochloride extended-release tablets, the total daily dose in milligrams may remain the same.
- Sagent Pharmaceuticals
Ondansetron Hydrochloride Solution | Amneal Pharmaceuticals Of New York, Llc
When Lidocaine Ointment USP, 5% is used concomitantly with other products containing lidocaine USP, the total dose contributed by all formulations must be kept in mind.
Adult
A single application should not exceed 5 g of Lidocaine Ointment USP, 5%, containing 250 mg of lidocaine USP base (equivalent chemically to approximately 300 mg of lidocaine hydrochloride USP). This is roughly equivalent to squeezing a six (6) inch length of ointment from the tube. In a 70 kg adult this dose equals 3.6 mg/kg (1.6 mg/lb) lidocaine USP base. No more than one-half tube, approximately 17 g to 20 g of ointment or 850 mg to 1000 mg lidocaine USP base, should be administered in any one day.
Although the incidence of adverse effects with Lidocaine Ointment USP, 5% is quite low, caution should be exercised, particularly when employing large amounts, since the incidence of adverse effects is directly proportional to the total dose of local anesthetic agent administered.
Dosage for children
It is difficult to recommend a maximum dose of any drug for children since this varies as a function of age and weight. For children less than ten years who have a normal lean body mass and a normal lean body development, the maximum dose may be determined by the application of one of the standard pediatric drug formulas (e.g., Clark's rule). For example a child of five years weighing 50 lbs., the dose of lidocaine USP should not exceed 75 mg to 100 mg when calculated according to Clark's rule. In any case, the maximum amount of lidocaine administered should not exceed 4.5 mg/kg (2 mg/lb) of body weight.
Administration
For medical use, apply topically for adequate control of symptoms. The use of a sterile gauze pad is suggested for application to broken skin tissue. Apply to the tube prior to intubation.
In dentistry, apply to previously dried oral mucosa. Subsequent removal of excess saliva with cotton rolls or saliva ejector minimizes dilution of the ointment, permits maximum penetration, and minimizes the possibility of swallowing the topical ointment.
For use in connection with the insertion of new dentures, apply to all denture surfaces contacting mucosa.
IMPORTANT: Patients should consult a dentist at intervals not exceeding 48 hours throughout the fitting period.
- Claris Lifesciences Inc.
Ondansetron Hydrochloride Solution | Claris Lifesciences Inc.
2.1 Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Associated with Initial and Repeat Courses of Emetogenic ChemotherapyOndansetron Injection, USP should be diluted in 50 mL of 5% Dextrose Injection or 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection before administration.
Adults: The recommended adult intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is three 0.15-mg/kg doses up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2)].The first dose is infused over 15 minutes beginning 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy. Subsequent doses (0.15 mg/kg up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose) are administered 4 and 8 hours after the first dose of Ondansetron Injection, USP.
Pediatrics: For pediatric patients 6 months through 18 years of age, the intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is three 0.15-mg/kg doses up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose [see Clinical Studies (14.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2 and 12.3)]. The first dose is to be administered 30 minutes before the start of moderately to highly emetogenic chemotherapy. Subsequent doses (0.15 mg/kg up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose) are administered 4 and 8 hours after the first dose of Ondansetron Injection, USP. The drug should be infused intravenously over 15 minutes.
2.2 Prevention of Postoperative Nausea and VomitingOndansetron Injection, USP should not be mixed with solutions for which physical and chemical compatibility have not been established. In particular, this applies to alkaline solutions as a precipitate may form.
Adults: The recommended adult intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is 4 mg undiluted administered intravenously in not less than 30 seconds, preferably over 2 to 5 minutes, immediately before induction of anesthesia, or postoperatively if the patient did not receive prophylactic antiemetics and experiences nausea and/or vomiting occurring within 2 hours after surgery. Alternatively, 4 mg undiluted may be administered intramuscularly as a single injection for adults. While recommended as a fixed dose for patients weighing more than 40 kg, few patients above 80 kg have been studied. In patients who do not achieve adequate control of postoperative nausea and vomiting following a single, prophylactic, preinduction, intravenous dose of ondansetron 4 mg, administration of a second intravenous dose of 4 mg ondansetron postoperatively does not provide additional control of nausea and vomiting.
Pediatrics: For pediatric patients 1 month through 12 years of age, the dosage is a single 0.1-mg/kg dose for patients weighing 40 kg or less, or a single 4-mg dose for patients weighing more than 40 kg. The rate of administration should not be less than 30 seconds, preferably over 2 to 5 minutes immediately prior to or following anesthesia induction, or postoperatively if the patient did not receive prophylactic antiemetics and experiences nausea and/or vomiting occurring shortly after surgery. Prevention of further nausea and vomiting was only studied in patients who had not received prophylactic Ondansetron Injection, USP.
2.3 Stability and HandlingAfter dilution, do not use beyond 24 hours. Although Ondansetron Injection, USP is chemically and physically stable when diluted as recommended, sterile precautions should be observed because diluents generally do not contain preservative.
Ondansetron Injection, USP is stable at room temperature under normal lighting conditions for 48 hours after dilution with the following intravenous fluids: 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 5% Dextrose Injection, 5% Dextrose and 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 5% Dextrose and 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, and 3% Sodium Chloride Injection.
Note: Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration before administration whenever solution and container permit.
Precaution: Occasionally, ondansetron precipitates at the stopper/vial interface in vials stored upright. Potency and safety are not affected. If a precipitate is observed, resolubilize by shaking the vial vigorously.
2.4 Dosage Adjustment for Patients with Impaired Hepatic FunctionIn patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score of 10 or greater), a single maximal daily dose of 8 mg infused over 15 minutes beginning 30 minutes before the start of the emetogenic chemotherapy is recommended. There is no experience beyond first-day administration of ondansetron in these patients [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
- Remedyrepack Inc.
Ondansetron Hydrochloride Solution | Remedyrepack Inc.
Prevention of nausea and vomiting associated with initial and repeat courses of emetogenic cancer chemotherapy (2.1):
Adults and Pediatric patients (6 months to 18 years): Three 0.15 mg/kg doses, up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose, infused intravenously over 15 minutes. The first dose should be administered 30 minutes before the start of chemotherapy. Subsequent doses are administered 4 and 8 hours after the first dose.Prevention of postoperative nausea and/or vomiting (2.2):
Population Age Ondansetron Injection, USP Dosage Intravenous
Infusion Rate Adults >12 yrs 4 mg X 1 Over 2-5 min Pediatrics
(>40 kg) 1 mo.-12 yrs 4 mg X 1 Over 2-5 min Pediatrics
(≤40 kg) 1 mo.-12 yrs 0.1 mg/kg X 1 Over 2-5 min In patients with severe hepatic impairment, a total daily dose of 8 mg should not be exceeded. (2.4)Ondansetron Injection, USP should be diluted in 50 mL of 5% Dextrose Injection or 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection before administration.
Adults: The recommended adult intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is three 0.15-mg/kg doses up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.2)].The first dose is infused over 15 minutes beginning 30 minutes before the start of emetogenic chemotherapy. Subsequent doses (0.15 mg/kg) are administered 4 and 8 hours after the first dose of Ondansetron Injection, USP.
Pediatrics: For pediatric patients 6 months through 18 years of age, the intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is three 0.15-mg/kg doses up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose [see Clinical Studies (14.1) and Clinical Pharmacology (12.2 and 12.3)]. The first dose is to be administered 30 minutes before the start of moderately to highly emetogenic chemotherapy. Subsequent doses (0.15 mg/kg up to a maximum of 16 mg per dose) are administered 4 and 8 hours after the first dose of Ondansetron Injection, USP. The drug should be infused intravenously over 15 minutes.
Ondansetron Injection, USP should not be mixed with solutions for which physical and chemical compatibility have not been established. In particular, this applies to alkaline solutions as a precipitate may form.
Adults: The recommended adult intravenous dosage of Ondansetron Injection, USP is 4 mg undiluted administered intravenously in not less than 30 seconds, preferably over 2 to 5 minutes, immediately before induction of anesthesia, or postoperatively if the patient did not receive prophylactic antiemetics and experiences nausea and/or vomiting occurring within 2 hours after surgery. Alternatively, 4 mg undiluted may be administered intramuscularly as a single injection for adults. While recommended as a fixed dose for patients weighing more than 40 kg, few patients above 80 kg have been studied. In patients who do not achieve adequate control of postoperative nausea and vomiting following a single, prophylactic, preinduction, intravenous dose of ondansetron 4 mg, administration of a second intravenous dose of 4 mg ondansetron postoperatively does not provide additional control of nausea and vomiting.
Pediatrics: For pediatric patients 1 month through 12 years of age, the dosage is a single 0.1-mg/kg dose for patients weighing 40 kg or less, or a single 4-mg dose for patients weighing more than 40 kg. The rate of administration should not be less than 30 seconds, preferably over 2 to 5 minutes immediately prior to or following anesthesia induction, or postoperatively if the patient did not receive prophylactic antiemetics and experiences nausea and/or vomiting occurring shortly after surgery. Prevention of further nausea and vomiting was only studied in patients who had not received prophylactic Ondansetron Injection, USP.
After dilution, do not use beyond 24 hours. Although Ondansetron Injection, USP is chemically and physically stable when diluted as recommended, sterile precautions should be observed because diluents generally do not contain preservative.
Ondansetron Injection, USP is stable at room temperature under normal lighting conditions for 48 hours after dilution with the following intravenous fluids: 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 5% Dextrose Injection, 5% Dextrose and 0.9% Sodium Chloride Injection, 5% Dextrose and 0.45% Sodium Chloride Injection, and 3% Sodium Chloride Injection.
Note: Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration before administration whenever solution and container permit.
Precaution: Occasionally, ondansetron precipitates at the stopper/vial interface in vials stored upright. Potency and safety are not affected. If a precipitate is observed, resolubilize by shaking the vial vigorously.
In patients with severe hepatic impairment (Child-Pugh score of 10 or greater), a single maximal daily dose of 8 mg infused over 15 minutes beginning 30 minutes before the start of the emetogenic chemotherapy is recommended. There is no experience beyond first-day administration of ondansetron in these patients [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)].
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