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==Mechanism of action== | ==Mechanism of action== | ||
| − | [ | + | [https://www.cancer.gov/drugdictionary?CdrID=43507 From NCI]: "An indole derivative with antiemetic activity. As a selective serotonin receptor antagonist, tropisetron competitively blocks the action of serotonin at 5-HT3 receptors, resulting in suppression of chemotherapy-and radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting." |
==Also known as== | ==Also known as== | ||
Latest revision as of 20:21, 27 June 2024
Mechanism of action
From NCI: "An indole derivative with antiemetic activity. As a selective serotonin receptor antagonist, tropisetron competitively blocks the action of serotonin at 5-HT3 receptors, resulting in suppression of chemotherapy-and radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting."
Also known as
- Code name: ICS 205-930
- Brand names: Abatoarin, Hensetron, Navoban, Setrovel