2. New Drugbox Medication Ondansetron

3. Ondansetron Trade Name:Zofran Drug Class:Antiemetic Clinical Uses:Prevention of nausea & vomiting

4. How does it work??? It works by blocking Serotonin, one of the body’s natural substances that cause vomiting.

5. Pharmacokinetics Onset:Rapid Peak15-30 minutes Duration4 hours Half Life4 hours average Excreted95% in urine

6. IV Administration Adults : 4 mg Slow IV Push over 30 seconds Children:4 mg Slow IV Push over 30 seconds

7. Ondansetron is an Offline Drug Zofran is offline

8. Details of How Supplied 4mg per 2 ml bottle Drug box quantity is 8 mg (2 bottles) This is an optional drug per AZDHS

9. Side Effects Headache Lightheadedness Dizziness Constipation Drowsiness

10. Contraindications of use Hypersensitivity to Ondansetron Myasthenia Gravis Not recommended for children under 3 years of age.

11. Take Quiz!!! All AlS providers need to review Powerpoint presentation and then take quiz. Return Quiz to Prehospital office by June 15 th After completion ALS providers can begin using Ondansetron with order.