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Aloxi

A drug used in adults and children aged 1 month and older to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy and nausea and vomiting after surgery. Aloxi blocks the action of a chemical called serotonin, which binds to certain nerves and may trigger nausea and vomiting. Blocking serotonin may help lessen nausea and vomiting. Aloxi is a type of antiemetic and a type of serotonin receptor antagonist. Also called palonosetron hydrochloride.

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