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Angeles City
College of Nursing
Drug Study
In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements
In Related Learning Experience 102
Submitted by:
Submitted to:
Clinical Instructor
A.Y. 2010-2011
Ampalaya (Mamordica Charantia)
Use:
Preparation:
Gather and wash young leaves very well. Chop. Boil 6 tablespoons in two
glassfuls of water for 15 minutes under low fire. Do not cover pot. Cool and strain. Take
1/3 cup three times a day after meals.
Note:
Therapeutic Actions:
Reduces sensitivity of the labyrinth apparatus, probably acts at least partly by blocking
cholinergic synapses in the vomiting center, which receives input from the CTZ and
from peripheral nerve pathways, peripheral anticholinergic effects may contribute to
efficacy.
Indications:
• Possibly effective for the treatment of vertigo associated with diseases affecting
the vestibular system.
Available Forms:
Chewable tablets- 25 mg
Capsules- 25 mg
Dosages:
Adults
Pediatric Patients
Geriatric Patients
Most likely to cause dizziness, sedation, syncope, toxic confusional states and
hypotension in elderly patients, use with caution.
Pharmacokinetics
Metabolism: T ½ :6 hr
Excretion: Feces
Adverse Effects
Nursing Considerations:
• Inform the patient that anti-motion sickness drugs work best if used ahead of time
for prevention.