Ondansetron oral disintegrating tablet

Name: Ondansetron oral disintegrating tablet

What is ondansetron oral disintegrating tablet, and how does it work (mechanism of action)?

Ondansetron is an anti-nausea medication most often used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. Chemotherapy agents increase secretion of serotonin which stimulates serotonin (5-HT3) receptors in the brain, causing nausea and vomiting. Ondansetron works by selectively blocking serotonin (5-HT3) receptors, reducing the effect of increased serotonin due to chemotherapy. The FDA approved ondansetron in December 1992.

Is ondansetron oral disintegrating tablet safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?

There are no adequate studies of ondansetron in pregnant women to determine its safe and effective use during pregnancy.

It is not known whether ondansetron enters breast milk; therefore, it is best to be cautious before using it in nursing mothers.

What else should I know about ondansetron oral disintegrating tablet?

What preparations of ondansetron oral disintegrating tablet are available?

Tablets (ODT): 4, 8 mg; Oral Film: 4, 8 mg; Tablet: 4, 8, 24 mg; Solution: 4 mg/5 ml. Injectable; 2 mg/ml

How should I keep ondansetron oral disintegrating tablet stored?

Store ondansetron between 2 C and 30 C (36 and 86 F).

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