Which of the following is a contraindication to metoclopramide?

• A. Hypersensitivity
• B. Hypotension
• C. Renal failure
• D. Hypoxia

Answer: (A)

Metoclopramide should not be given to someone who has a known hypersensitivity to the drug or any of its components. An allergy means there’s a real risk of a serious reaction, so avoiding the drug in that situation is essential.

The other factors listed aren’t an absolute contraindication. Hypotension can be a potential side effect of metoclopramide, so you’d monitor and treat the low blood pressure as needed rather than automatically withholding the drug. Renal failure may require dose adjustments or careful consideration, but it isn’t by itself a universal contraindication. Hypoxia is a critical condition to manage first, but it doesn’t inherently bar the use of metoclopramide in all cases; you’d weigh risks and benefits with the patient’s overall status.