NEET PG Medical – 2019 – Question – 90
DOC for chemotherapy induced vomiting is?
a) Granisetron
b) Prazosin
c) Clonidine
d) Dimenhydrinate
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Correct Answer – A
Ans. A. Granisetron.
Granisetron:
- Serotonin 5-HT3 receptor antagonist.
- Used as an antiemetic treating nausea & vomiting following chemotherapy & radiotherapy.
Main effect:
- Reduces vagus nerve activity (Vagus N. activates vomiting center in medulla oblongata).
