Ondansetron Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What are the indications for ondansetron?
A
clinically significant nausea and/or vomiting
2
Q
What are the contraindications for ondansetron?
A
- Known severe allergy
- age less than one year
- suspected serotonon syndrome
3
Q
What are the precautions for ondansetron?
A
NONE
4
Q
What is the dosage for ondansetron?
A
8mg IV once for an adult. See paediatric drug table for children.
4mg IM for an adult, if iv access cannot be obtained. See paediatric drug table for children. May be repeated once after 20 minutes.
5
Q
What are the usual preparations for ondansetron?
A
Ampoule containing 4mg in 2ml
Ampoule containing 8mg in 4ml
6
Q
What is the MOA for ondansetron?
A
Ondansetron is an anti-nausea medication. It blocks serotonin receptors in the brain and gut, helping to reduce nausea and vomiting.
