Tropisetron

Generic Name
Tropisetron
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C17H20N2O2
CAS Number
89565-68-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
6I819NIK1W
Background

Tropisetron is an indole derivative with antiemetic activity. As a selective serotonin receptor antagonist, tropisetron competitively blocks the action of serotonin at 5HT3 receptors, resulting in suppression of chemotherapy- and radiotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.
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Indication

For the prevention of nausea and vomiting induced by cytotoxic therapy and postoperative.

Associated Conditions
Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting
Associated Therapies
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Effectiveness of Tropisetron Plus Risperidone for Improving Cognitive and Perceptual Disturbances in Schizophrenia

First Posted Date
2007-02-14
Last Posted Date
2017-03-15
Lead Sponsor
Baylor College of Medicine
Target Recruit Count
179
Registration Number
NCT00435370
Locations
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Beijing Hui-Long Guan Hospital, Beijing, China

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Baylor College of Medicine - Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Houston, Texas, United States

Acupressure and Acustimulation Wrist Bands for the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting Caused by Chemotherapy

First Posted Date
2004-03-23
Last Posted Date
2015-10-15
Lead Sponsor
Gary Morrow
Target Recruit Count
700
Registration Number
NCT00003817
Locations
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Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, New Jersey, United States

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University of Rochester Cancer Center, Rochester, New York, United States

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