Antiemetics Flashcards
1
Q
When is cyclizine a bad 1st choice antiemetic
A
Cardiac issues (can worsen fluid retention)
2
Q
When to avoid metoclopramide
A
BOWEL OBSTRUCTION (it is a prokinetic)
Parkinson’s disease (worsens symptoms)
Young women due to the risk of dyskinesia, i.e. unwanted
movements especially acute dystonia
3
Q
What antiemetic is good in Parkinson’s
A
domperidone
