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Ondansetron Flashcards

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Ondansetron

Class

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Anti-emetic

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Ondansetron

Description

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Used in the management of nausea & vomiting.

Potent, highly selective 5HT3 receptor-antagonists

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Ondansetron

Presentation

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Ampoule 2ml (4mg in 2ml)

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Ondansetron

Administration

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Intravenous (IV)

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Ondansetron

Indications

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Management, prevention and treatment of significant nausea and vomiting

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Ondansetron

Contraindications

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KSAR

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Ondansetron

Dosage

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Adult: 4mg slow IV
Paed: 0.1mg/Kg IV slowly or IM to Max 4mg

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Ondansetron

Pharmacology

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Precise mode of action in the control of nausea & vomiting is not known

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Ondansetron

Side Effects

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Headache
Sensation of warmth
Flushing
Injection site reactions (Rash, Itching, Urticaria)

Uncommon:
Arrhythmias
Bradycardia
Hiccups
Hypotension
Seizures
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Ondansetron

Additional Info

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Caution in patients with a known Hx or FMHx of cardiac conduction intervals (QT prolongation) or if patient has a Hx of arrhythmias or electrolyte imbalance

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AP Medications 2018 (38 decks)

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