quiz 7 antiemetics Flashcards

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these have a limited effect on GI problem-caused vomiting

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Antihistamines

  • diphenhydramine (benadryl)
  • dimenhydrinate (dramamine)
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2
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these do not prevent vomiting caused by GI irritation, which is the most common cause

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Phenothiazine tranquilizers

  • acepromazine
  • chlorpromazine
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3
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these inhibit the transmission of nerve impulses from the vestibular nerve by blocking histamine receptors involved in vomiting reflex

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Antihistamines

  • diphenhydramine (benadryl)
  • dimenhydrinate (dramamine)
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4
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these block nerve conduction through the vagus nerve when there is GI irritation - they block ACH receptors
- these interfere with PNS signals from the GI tract to vomiting center

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Anticholinergics

  • aminopentamide (centrine)
  • isopropamide (darbazine)
  • atropine
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5
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these block histamine receptors in the CNS (CRTZ)

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Phenothiazine tranquilizers

  • acepromazine
  • chlorpromazine
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6
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these can produce a sedative effect and affect allergy testing

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Antihistamines

  • diphenhydramine (benadryl)
  • dimenhydrinate (dramamine)
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7
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this drug is short lasting, so not the best to use to prevent the transmission of signals

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atropine

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