What is an example of a locally acting antiemetic?
A) Phenothiazine
B) Antacid
C) Nonphenothiazine
D) Antihistamine
B
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An antacid is an example of a locally acting antiemetic. Phenothiazines, nonphenothiazines, and antihistamines are examples of centrally acting antiemetics.
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