Metoclopramide

Question 1

Metoclopramide Drug Class

Answer 1

Anti-nauseant and anti-emetic

Question 2

Metoclopramide Action

Answer 2

Blocks central dopamine receptors

Question 3

Metoclopramide Adverse Effects

Answer 3

• Restlessness, drowsiness and fatigue
• Extrapyramidal / acute dystonic reactions including spasm of the facial muscles, trismus, rhythmic protrusion of the tongue, abnormal speech, spasm of the extra occular muscles and unnatural positioning

Question 4

Metoclopramide Contraindications

Answer 4

• Suspected bowel obstruction
• Suspected or known haematemesis or malaena
• Previous Hx of extrapyramidal / dystonic reaction
• Allergy or hypersensitivity
• <16 yrs of age
• Pts with Parkinson’s disease

Question 5

Metoclopramide Preparation

Answer 5

10mg in 2mL

Question 6

Metoclopramide Use

Answer 6

• Nausea and Vomiting

- Eye injuries