Anti-emetics Flashcards
1
Q
Which antiemetic is given for post operative nausea?
A
Metoclopramide and domperidone
2
Q
Which antiemetic is given for acute gastroenteritis?
A
Ondansetron, a 5HT3 receptor antagonist
3
Q
Which antiemetic is given for vestibular disturbances?
A
HYMS INR hydrobromide, an anti-muscarinic also given for IBS
4
Q
When should metoclopramide be contraindicated?
A
Bowel obstruction because it is a 5 HY agonist which increases gut motility
5
Q
Which antiemetics can worsen Parkinson’s disease symptoms?
A
Prochlorperazine
Chlorpromazine
-> risk of dystonia reactions
