Antiemetics Flashcards
antiemetics are used for _____ therapy only
symptomatic
what can antiemetics hide
a more serious issue
what kind of antiemetics Block dopamine receptors CRTZ
phenothiazines
what phenothiazine may interact with other drugs
chlorpromazine
what antiemetic is combined with an anticholinergic
prochlorperazine
how does metoclopramide work as an entiemetic
increases gastric contraction > speeds emptying
how can metoclopramide be given in severe cases of vomiting
constant rate infusion
antihistamines (H1 blockers) are used for emesis caused by what two things
motion sickness
inner ear issues
antihistamine (H1 blockers) that is for use in dogs only
trimethobenzamide (Tigan)
two antihistamines (H1 blockers) that are used for motion sickness
Dimehydrinate (Dramamine)
Meclizine (Antivert)
what antiemetic is used during chemotherapy
ondansetron (Zofran)
very popular antiemetic that is approved in dogs and cats
Maropitant (Cerenia)
