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Does Ondansetron And Nausea Effect Brain Chemistry ?

I was just prescribed Ondansetron for nausea caused by gastro intestinal issues, but I got concerned when I saw it has an effect on brain chemistry like serotonin HT5 something. Does this effect brain chemistry? If so, are these temporary and resume to normal when stopping the medication?
Tue, 25 Oct 2016
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Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you.

Question : Does this effect brain chemistry?
Answer : Yes. It prevents vomiting by affecting brain chemistry. Without affecting brain chemistry, vomiting cannot be stopped

Question : If so, are these temporary and resume to normal when stopping the medication?
Answer : When the drug is stopped, the chemistry will return to normal

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Does Ondansetron And Nausea Effect Brain Chemistry ?

Hi, Welcome to HealthCareMagic.com I am Dr.J.Mariano Anto Bruno Mascarenhas. I have gone through your query with diligence and would like you to know that I am here to help you. Question : Does this effect brain chemistry? Answer : Yes. It prevents vomiting by affecting brain chemistry. Without affecting brain chemistry, vomiting cannot be stopped Question : If so, are these temporary and resume to normal when stopping the medication? Answer : When the drug is stopped, the chemistry will return to normal Hope you found the answer helpful. If you need any clarification / have doubts / have additional questions / have follow up questions, then please do not hesitate in asking again. I will be happy to answer your questions. Best Wishes for Speedy Recovery Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. -oOo- PS 1 : After all your doubts have been cleared, kindly (a) Close this Question (b) Rate my Replies and (c) Give your Feedback. PS 2 : In the future, for continuity of care, I encourage you to contact me directly in HealthCareMagic at http://bit.ly/askdrbruno