Antiemetic action is due to which propey of metoclopramide?
Correct Answer: D, antagonist
Description: Ans: B. D, antagonist(Ref: Goodman Gilman 12Ie p1325; Katzung 13/e p1062, 12Ie 0092; KDT 7Ie p665).Metoclopramide:Dopamine D, receptor antagonist.Mixed 5-HT 3 eceptor antagonist & 5-HT, receptor agonist.Antiemetic action due to its antagonist activity at D2 receptors in the chemoreceptor trigger zone in the central nervous system-this action prevents nausea & vomiting triggered by most stimuli.At higher doses, 5-HT, antagonists activity may also contribute to the antiemetic effect.
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