Maropitant
Antiemetic
A neurokinin-1 (NK1) receptor antagonist that blocks the pharmacological action of substance P in the central nervous system, widely used in veterinary medicine to prevent and treat vomiting.
Adverse effects
- Pain at injection site
- Lethargy
- Anorexia
- Diarrhea
- Hypersalivation
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