# Ondansetron Hcl (Ondansetron Hydrochloride)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/ondansetron-hcl
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Ondansetron Hcl?

Ondansetron Hcl (brand name: Ondansetron Hydrochloride) is a serotonin 5-ht3 receptor antagonist. It is prescribed to treat alcoholism. Across the United States, 95,000 doctors prescribe Ondansetron to approximately 1.3 million Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Ondansetron Hydrochloride

## Indications

Ondansetron Hcl is primarily prescribed for the treatment of alcoholism.

## Conditions treated

- [Alcoholism](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/alcoholism)

## Mechanism of action

Ondansetron is a selective 5-HT 3 receptor antagonist. While its mechanism of action has not been fully characterized, ondansetron is not a dopamine-receptor antagonist.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonists
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

and diarrhea, headache

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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