Antiemetics Flashcards

1
Q

Meclizine

A

antivert, Bonine, Dramamine

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2
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Ondansetron

A

Zofran

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3
Q

Promethazine

A

Phenergen

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4
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Indications

A

vertigo, motion sickness (bonine), chemo for zofran

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5
Q

What is ondansetron?

A

5HT3 antagonist

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6
Q

Side effects of anti-emetics

A

dry mouth, constipation, elevated liver enzymes, photosensitivity (promethazine)

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7
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Drug interactions

A

anticholinergics, serotonergics, antihistamines

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8
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Which are most effective in prophylactic dosing?

A

ondansetron and meclizine

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