Antacids Flashcards
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Aluminum hydroxide gel
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2
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Aluminum carbonate
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3
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Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate
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4
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Magnesium hydroxide
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5
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Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide
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6
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General action of antacids
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- neutralizes gastric acids
- raises gastric pH
- inactivates pepsin
7
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General indications of Antacids
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- peptic ulcer
- indigestion
- reflex esophagitis
- prevent stress ulcers
8
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General side effects of Antacids
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- constipation
- diarrhea
- acid rebound between doses
- metabolic acidosis
9
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General nursing considerations of Antacids
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- Use meds with sodium content cautiously with cardiac and renal dz
- absorption of tetracyclines, quinolones, phenothiazides, iron, preparations, isoniazid, reduced when given with antacids
- effectiveness of oral contraceptives and salicylates may decrease when given with antacids
