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Ramosetron Hydrochloride for Injection

Function and Efficacy

Pharmacological action 1. 5-HT3 receptor antagonism In the 5-hydroxytryptamine-induced guinea pig isolated colon contraction test and rat and ferret heart rate slowing reflex (Bezold-Jarisch reflex) test, this drug showed antagonism to 5-HT3 receptors. 2. Inhibition of vomiting induced by anti-malignant tumor drugs This drug showed an inhibitory effect on vomiting induced by cisplatin in ferrets when given before vomiting or after the initial vomiting. Anti-malignant tumor drugs such as cisplatin can free 5-hydroxytryptamine from chromaffin cells in the digestive tract. 5-hydroxytryptamine binds to the 5-HT3 receptors present in the gastrointestinal mucosa at the ends of the vagus nerve.

Ingredients

The main ingredient of this product is ramosetron hydrochloride, and its chemical name is: (-)-5-(R)-(1-methyl-indole-3-carbonyl)-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-benzimidazole hydrochloride.

Name Description Content CAS NO. Manufacturer
Ramosetron hydrochlorideIngredients

1. 5-HT3 receptor antagonism: In the 5-hydroxytryptamine-induced guinea pig isolated colon contraction experiment and rat and ferret heart rate slowing reflex (Bezold-Jarisch reflex) experiment, it showed 5-HT3 receptor antagonism. 2. Anti-malignant tumor drug-induced vomiting inhibition: The vomiting of ferrets induced by cisplatin was inhibited by giving this product before or after the initial vomiting. Cisplatin and other anti-malignant tumor drugs can free 5-hydroxytryptamine from the chromaffin cells in the digestive tract, and 5-hydroxytryptamine binds to the 5-HT3 receptors present in the gastrointestinal mucosa and the vagus nerve endings.

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Appearance

This product is white or off-white loose mass or powder.

Indication

Prevent and treat gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea and vomiting caused by anti-malignant tumor drugs.

Usage and Dosage

Before use, dilute with 2 ml of 5% or 10% glucose solution, saline or water for injection. Usually, adults are given 0.3 mg intravenously once a day. In addition, the dosage can be appropriately increased or decreased according to age and symptoms. If the effect is not obvious, the same dose can be given additionally, but the daily dosage should not exceed 0.6 mg.

Adverse Reactions

Of the 352 cases of ramosetron hydrochloride that underwent safety evaluation prior to marketing, 7 cases (2.0%) experienced adverse reactions. The main adverse reactions are fever, headache, and heaviness of the head. Severe adverse reactions: People who are allergic to this product may experience allergic-like symptoms such as chest tightness, dyspnea, wheezing, facial flushing, redness, itching, cyanosis, low blood pressure, and even shock. The incidence is not yet clear. In addition, there have been reports of epileptic seizures with the use of other 5-HT3 receptor antagonist antiemetics abroad. Other adverse reactions: less than 0.1% to 1% headache, heaviness of the head, diarrhea, body fever, fever in the head, and numbness of the tongue. The incidence is unclear redness, rash, itching, constipation, increased BUN,

Precautions

Patients with a history of allergy to the ingredients of this drug are contraindicated.

Drug Interactions

This drug may react with mannitol injection, bumetanide injection, furosemide injection, etc., so do not use them together. However, it can be used by adding 200 ml of normal saline to furosemide injection containing 20 mg of furanilic acid and mixing with one ampoule of this drug.

Storage

Keep away from light and at room temperature. Valid for 24 months.

Packaging Specification

0.3mg

Manufacturer

Wuxi Taxus Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

  • Founded in:

    2004-05-31
  • Address:

    No. 111, Qinxin Road, Donggang Town, Xishan District, Wuxi City
  • Tax NO.:

    9132020576243151XT
  • Registered Funds:

    190.31 million yuan
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