Metopimazine

Metopimazine is a phenothiazine derivative that is used as an antiemetic. It is commonly used in Europe, but is not available in the United States.

Etymology

The term "Metopimazine" is derived from the Greek words "metopon" (forehead) and "imazo" (to imagine), referring to the drug's effect on the brain's ability to perceive nausea and vomiting.

Pharmacology

Metopimazine acts as a highly selective D2 receptor antagonist. It is used to prevent nausea and vomiting that can occur postoperatively or as a result of receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy.

Side Effects

Like other phenothiazines, metopimazine can cause a variety of side effects. These can include drowsiness, dizziness, and orthostatic hypotension. In rare cases, it can cause extrapyramidal symptoms such as tardive dyskinesia.

Related Terms

• Phenothiazine
• D2 receptor
• Antiemetic
• Chemotherapy
• Radiotherapy
• Extrapyramidal symptoms
• Tardive dyskinesia

See Also

• List of drugs: Me-Met
• List of phenothiazine derivatives

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