Emetics

Question 1

When to not administer emetics

Answer 1

If toxin is caustic or corrosive

Petroleum Distillate - high chance of aspiration

If it has a medical condition that makes inducing emesis risky

Question 2

Emetics: effectiveness

Answer 2

Most effective of given within 2-3 hours of ingestion

Only empties 40-60% of stomach contents

Question 3

Apomorphine: effect, use, administration (2), caution

Answer 3

Dopamine against - stimulates receptors in CTZ

Use: induce emesis in dogs

Injectable

Tablets - crushed and placed in conjunctival sack

Not recommended in cats - not effected and can cause excitatory behavior

Question 4

Alpha2-Adrenergic Agonists: effect, use

Answer 4

Stimulates receptors in cats CTZ

Induce emesis in cats

Question 5

Ropinirole: brand name, effect, use, administration

Answer 5

Clevor

Stimulates dopamine receptors in CTZ

Induce emesis in dogs

Dropper applied to conjunctival sac

Question 6

Hydrogen Peroxide: effect, use, cautions (3)

Answer 6

Irritates gastric mucosa

Induce emesis in dogs

Only effective if fresh and fizzy

Do not dose repeatedly, can cause gastric ulcers

Do not use in cats - increased risk of stomach ulcers, does not work.

Question 7

Syrup of Ipecac: effect, cautions (3)

Answer 7

Irritate the stomach lining

Poor efficiency

Can’t take up to 40 min to work

Of not vomited, risk of hypotension and cardiac toxicity