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Metoclopramide Flashcards

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What class of drug is metoclopramide?

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D2 + 5HT3 receptor antagonist

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What are the uses of metoclopramide?

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GORd
Anti emetic for chemo patients

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What is the mechanism of action for metaclopramide?

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  • D2 + 5HT3 receptor antagonists
  • acts on vagal afferent in gut > increased Ach > increases gastric emptying + peristalsis
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What are adverse drug reactions of metoclopramide?

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  • depression
  • drowsiness + dizziness
  • galatorrheoa
  • parkinsonianism
  • dystonia
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