5HT3 receptor antagonists

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Serotonin (5-HT3) receptor antagonists block the vomiting reflex by inhibiting 5-HT3 receptors in the vomiting center, the chemoreceptor trigger zone and in the small intestine.

5-HT3 receptor antagonists are used to treat nausea and vomiting triggered by cytotoxic drugs.

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Medical conditions associated with 5HT3 receptor antagonists:

Alcohol Dependence Gastroenteritis Nausea/Vomiting Nausea/Vomiting, Chemotherapy Induced Nausea/Vomiting, Postoperative Nausea/Vomiting, Radiation Induced Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Postanesthetic Shivering Pruritus Drug List: Aloxi Anzemet Zofran-Odt-Orally-Disintegrating-Tablets Kytril Zofran Sancuso Granisol Zuplenz