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Does methohexital, (or did because i know it's rarely used anymore) cause a lot of post op. nausea or vomiting? is it a real emetogenic drug or no?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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Methohexital: is a short acting BARBITURATE and as such can have nausea and vomiting as a side effect..IT IS NOT an "emetogenic" drug per se....... Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

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Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

Does methohexital, (or did because i know it's rarely used anymore) cause a lot of post op. nausea or vomiting? is it a real emetogenic drug or no?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

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