Clinical uses of 5HT antagonists

CLINICAL USES OF 5-HT ANTAGONISTS

  • Cyproheptadine is used to increase appetite and weight gain. But, the drug produces drowsiness as a major side effect.
  • Methysergide is used in migraine prophylaxis.
  • Ketanserine is used as an antihypertensive.
  • Ondansetron is used in the control of vomiting especially in radiation and chemotherapy of cancer patients.
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