Chapter 57 Flashcards
What types of medications are used to treat GERD and ulcers?
Histamine (H2) Antagonists-Block the release of hydrochloric acid
Antacids-neutralize the acid
Proton Pump inhibitors-suppress the secretion of hydrochloric acid into the lumen of the stomach
GI Protectants-coat any injured areas
Prostaglandins-inhibit gastrin and increase mucous…providing a buffer
Name histamine (H2) antagonists
“Tidine”
Cimetidine
Ranitidine
Famotidine
Nizatidine
Name the drugs called antacids
Sodium bicarbonate
Calcium bicarbonate
Magnesium salts
Aluminum salts
Name the drugs called Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI)
“Prazole”
Omeprazole Esomeprazole Lansoprazole Dexlansoprazole Pantoprazole Rabeprazole
Name drug that are GI Protectants-ones that coat the injured area to prevent further injury
Sucralfate
Name a prostaglandin
Misoprostol
Name digestive enzymes
Saliva substitute
Pancrelipase
What is the best G.I. secretion drug to use on an older adult?
Proton pump inhibitors (PPI)