Ondasetron Flashcards
1
Q
Preparation
A
8mg/4ml
4mg/2ml
2
Q
Indications
A
Clinically significant nausea or vomiting
3
Q
Contraindications
A
Severe allergy
Age less than one years old
4
Q
Cautions
A
None
5
Q
Action
A
Antiemetic that is an antagonist of peripheral serotonin receptors in the GIT and centrally in the brain which reduces nausea and vomiting.
6
Q
Route
A
IM, prefer site is lateral thigh
7
Q
Dose
A
4mg, repeat every 20 minutes if indicated
8
Q
Side effects
A
Flushed
Headache
