Ondansetron Flashcards

1
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Ondansetron Trade name

A

Zofran

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2
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Ondansetron Class

A

Antiemetic

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3
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Ondansetron MOA

A

Blocks serotonin receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone to reduce nausea

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4
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Ondansetron Indications

A

Nausea
Vomiting

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5
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Ondansetron Contraindications

A

Hypersensitivity
Bowel obstruction

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6
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Ondansetron side effects

A

Prolonged QT interval
Headache
Constipation
Diarrhea
Dizziness

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7
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Ondansetron onset/ duration

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Onset- 1-30 min
Duration 4-6 hours

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8
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Ondansetron dosage

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Adult 4mg max 8mg
Pediatric 0.1 mg/kg max 4mg

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