BX- GI Drugs Flashcards

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Docusate Sodium (Colase)

A

stool softener
SE: mild cramping, diarrhea
take w/ full glass of water, increase fiber/fluid/mobility

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Lomotil (atropine) (loperamide)

A

anti diarrhea
SE: constipation, drowsiness, dry mouth
assess for dehydration

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bisacodyl (ducolax)

A

Laxative
SE: cramping, nausea, vomtiing
take w/ full glass of water. monitor for dehydration

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