Q: Which commonly use drug in ICU may provide synergistic effect to ondansetron (Zofran) in preventing postoperative nausea and
vomiting?
Answer: Dexamethasone (Decadron)
Dexamethasone and Ondansetron, together are more effective than Ondansetron alone in preventing postoperative nausea and
vomiting.
Reference:
Song (2011). "The effect of combining dexamethasone with
ondansetron for nausea and vomiting associated with fentanyl-based intravenous
patient-controlled analgesia.". Anaesthesia 66 (4): 263–7
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