Zofran (ondansetron) being used more for vomiting due to viral illnesses in children

August 2007

You'll see Zofran (ondansetron) being used more for vomiting due to viral illnesses in children.

Zofran does control nausea and vomiting, but it is usually used for cancer patients who are suffering these side effects from their chemo or radiation treatments.

Zofran is approved for this use.

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