Vetinerary Assistant Practice Exam

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Which type of drugs are used to induce vomiting?

Antibiotics
Analgesics
Emetics
Antihistamines

The correct answer is: Emetics

Emetics are drugs specifically designed to induce vomiting. They work by stimulating the area of the brain that controls the vomiting reflex, which is particularly useful in veterinary medicine when it is necessary to expel toxic substances from an animal's stomach shortly after ingestion. Using emetics can help prevent further absorption of harmful substances and reduce the risk of serious health complications. In veterinary practice, common emetic agents include substances like apomorphine for dogs and xylazine for cats. Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections, analgesics manage pain, and antihistamines are primarily utilized to address allergic reactions. These drug classes do not have the pharmacological properties required to induce vomiting, which is why emetics is the correct answer.