Acid controlling drugs Flashcards
Indication of antacids?
treat acid related disorders;
to neutralize acid secretion
Which class of antacids are recommended for those with renal issues?
aluminum hydroxide and sodium bicarbonate
* but too much of sodium bicarbonate will cause issues*
What class of antacids causes constipation?
Aluminum hydroxide and calcium bicarbonate
What class of antacids have a laxative effect? (causes diarrhea)
Magnesium Hydroxide
Which antacid you do not what to give with patients with renal failure?
Magnesium hydroxide
complications of Magnesium compounds?
diarrhea
complications of calcium and aluminum compounds?
constipation
which antacid causes metabolic alkalosis?
sodium bicarbonate
contraindicated in patients with heart failure, hypertension and renal insufficiency?
sodium bicarbonate
adverse effects of calcium ?
kidney stones
adverse effects of magnesium?
magnesium toxicity if kidneys are impaired, and diarrhea
antacids containing sodium can results in ?
fluid retention, alkalosis
calcium carbonate causes hypercalcemia,
what are some manifestations of hypercalcemia that needs to be reported to HCP?
constipation,
anorexia,
nausea,
vomiting
confusion
which antacid compound causes alkalosis?
sodium
Nursing administration for:
chewable tablets
liquids
chewable: shew thoroughly and drink 8oz water or milk
liquids: shake thoroughly for even dispersant of medication
Client teaching for aluminum with digoxin or warfarin?
Do not take any other medications within 1-2 hours of taking aluminum compounds as it interferes with absorption.