Ondansetron is an antiemetic medication. It works by blocking the action of a
chemical messenger (serotonin) in the brain that may cause nausea and vomiting
during anti-cancer treatment (chemotherapy) or after surgery.
Ondansetron is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that is caused by cancer
medicines (chemotherapy) or radiation therapy. It is also used to prevent nausea
and vomiting that may occur after surgery. Ondansetron works in the stomach to
block the signals to the brain that cause nausea and vomiting.
Confusion
dizziness
fast heartbeat
fever
headache
shortness of breath
weakness
Decrease in the frequency and volume of urination
chest pain or discomfort
chest tightness or heaviness
convulsions
Hypersentivity
Avoid if the patient has a known allergy to Ondansetron.
Liver disease
Avoid using if the patient is having any liver disease as there are reports of
Ondansetron increasing patient's liver enzymes.
Paediatics
Avoid using in children who are younger than 4 years.