Ondansetron G10 Flashcards
1
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Ondansetron Class
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• Antiemetic
2
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Ondansetron MOA
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• Blocks serotonin 5-HT3 receptor sites in the central nervous system
• Inhibits nausea and vomiting
3
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Ondansetron Indications
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• Nausea and vomiting
4
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Ondansetron Adult dose
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• Oral/IV/IO: 4.0 to 8.0 mg
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Ondansetron Contraindications
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• Known hypersensitivity to the drug
6
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Ondansetron Adverse effects
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• Headache
• Dizziness
7
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Ondansetron Pediatric dose
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• 4 to 14 years oral/IV/IO: 4.0 mg maximum dosage 4.0 mg