Antiemetics Flashcards

1
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Prototype

A

Antipsychotic: Prochlorperazine

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2
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Emetogenic potential

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Capacity of drug to induce vomitting

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3
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MOA

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Blocks dopamine receptors in brain
Inhibits signals to vomiting center

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4
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Side effects

A

Anti cholinergic
EPS

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5
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Other anti-emetics

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Benzodiazepine, corticosteroids, antihistamines,

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6
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Considerations

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Don’t give orally

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7
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serotonin receptor blocker prototype

A

Ondansetron

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