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)

Also known as ONDANSETRON, Zofran ODT, Zuplenz — per NCIT

Also identified as

• ATC A04AA per NCIT
• NCIT NCIT:C1119 per NCIT

Indications