Metoclopramide (anti-emetic) Flashcards by Janey Gregory | Brainscape

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How does metoclopramide work?

A

Dopamine D2 receptor antagonist

Leads to anti-emetic action

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What conditions are contraindicated with metoclopramide?

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Phaeochromocytoma

Caution in Parkinson’s

Avoid long-term use in clinical depression

Suspected bowel obstruction

Gastic bleeding

Epilepsy

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