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What Are Antiemetics?
Familial dysautonomia; Hereditary sensory and autonomic neuropathy - type III (HSAN III)
Treatment
Treatment may include:
- Anticonvulsant therapy if there are seizures
- Feeding in an upright position and giving textured formula to prevent
gastroesophageal reflux - Increased fluid and salt intake, caffeine, and elastic stockings to prevent low blood pressure when standing (postural hypotension)
- Medicines called antiemetics, to control vomiting
- Medicines, including liquid tears, to prevent...
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