Metoclopramide (Maxalon) Flashcards
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Presentation
A
10mg in 2ml polyamp
2
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Pharmacology
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Accelerates gastric emptying and peristalsis
Dopamine receptor antagonist
3
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Indications
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Nausea or vomiting associated with: Chest pain Opioid administration Cytotoxic or radiotherapy Previously diagnosed migraine Severe gastroenteritis
Prophylaxis in:
Awake spinal immobilised patient
Eye trauma
4
Q
Contraindications
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Children
Suspected bowel obstruction or perforation
GI haemorrhage
5
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Precautions
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Undiagnosed abdominal pain
Adolescents
6
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Side Effects
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Drowsiness (rare) Lethargy Dry mouth Muscle tremor Extra pyramidal reactions
7
Q
IV O/P/D
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O: 1-3 mins
P: n/a
D: 10-30 mins
8
Q
IM O/P/D
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O: 10-15 mins
P: n/a
D: 1-2 hours
9
Q
Other Notes
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Given 10/60 max twice
Not effective for established motion sickness
Metabolised by the liver
Excreted by the kidneys
10
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Type of Drug
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Antiemetic
