Ondansetron
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Ondansetron Definition
A carbazole derivative with antiemetic activity. As a selective serotonin receptor antagonist, ondansetron competitively blocks the action of serotonin at 5HT3 receptors, resulting in suppression of chemotherapy- and radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting. (NCI04)
Ondansetron Synonyms
Ondansetron, ONDANSETRON, Zofran ODT, ondansetron
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