Anti-emetic Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
5-HT (serotonin) antagonists prototype?
A
odansetron
2
Q
Odansetron is commonly used in those taking?
A
cancer chemotherapy
3
Q
What are 2 examples of Dopamine receptor antagonists?
A
antipsychotics and prokinetic agents
4
Q
Prototype of antipsychotics?
A
chlorpromazine
5
Q
prototype of pro kinetic agents?
A
metoclopramide
6
Q
scopolamine is used for?
A
motion sickness
7
Q
scopolamine is a?
A
anticholinergic agent
8
Q
prototype of antihistamines?
A
dimenhydrinate
9
Q
what is an adverse effect of odansetron?
A
dysrhythmia
10
Q
DA antagonists adverse effects?
A
movement disorders