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Serotonin Antagonists

Serotonin antagonists are used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and nausea. They work by reducing cramps, discomfort, and diarrhea.

Why are serotonin antagonists prescribed?

  1. Nausea (100%)
  2. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (0%)

Key takeaways

Serotonin (5-HT3) antagonists are used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy, radiation therapy, or surgery. They also have other uses, such as managing irritable bowel syndrome. These medications work by blocking serotonin receptors in the brain and gut. Serotonin antagonists come in different forms, including oral tablets, orally disintegrating tablets, injections, and patches. Examples include ondansetron, alosetron (Lotronex), and granisetron (Sancuso).

Prices for popular Serotonin Antagonists medications
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ondansetron

as low as$9
Ondansetron (Zofran) is a moderately priced drug used to treat nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy. It is also used to prevent or treat nausea and vomiting after surgery. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in both brand and generic form. It is not covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but manufacturer and pharmacy coupons can help offset the cost.
PALONOSETRON prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy or surgery. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a class of medications called antiemetics.
GRANISETRON prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy or radiation. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a class of medications called antiemetics.
ALOSETRON treats irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with diarrhea. It works by reducing cramping, pain, the sudden need to have a bowel movement, and diarrhea caused by IBS.
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Posfrea

as low as$562
Posfrea is part of the Serotonin Antagonists class and treats Nausea. Serotonin antagonists are used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and nausea. They work by reducing cramps, discomfort, and diarrhea. Posfrea is only available as a brand name drug.
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Sancuso

as low as$661
GRANISETRON prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a class of medications called antiemetics.
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Anzemet

as low as$856
DOLASETRON prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a class of medications called antiemetics.
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Zuplenz

as low as$1,223
ONDANSETRON prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery. It works by blocking substances in the body that may cause nausea or vomiting. It belongs to a groups of medications called antiemetics.
PALONOSETRON prevents nausea and vomiting from chemotherapy or surgery. It works by blocking substances in your body that may cause nausea and vomiting. It belongs to a class of medications called antiemetics.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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