Constipation Flashcards
1
Q
↓ peristalsis
A
Constipation
2
Q
5 classes of drugs for constipation
A
- Bulk Forming laxatives (pinapalaki ang tae)
- Osmotic laxatives
- Lubricant laxatives (pinapadulas ang tae)
- Stimulant laxatives
- Emollient laxatives (act as surfactant)
3
Q
Psyllium
Polycarbophil
Fibers
A
Bulk Forming laxatives
4
Q
- Salts (MgSO4, Na3PO4) for acute constipation
- Sugars (PEG, lactulose) for chronic constipation
A
Osmotic laxatives
5
Q
Mineral oil
A
Lubricant laxatives
6
Q
Anthraquinone glycosides
Castor oil
Bisacodyl***
A
Stimulant laxatives (↑ bowel tone)
7
Q
Docusate
A
Emollient laxative
8
Q
Safest and most functional
A
Bulk Forming laxatives
9
Q
Mineral oil + Docusate
A
↑ systemic absorption of mineral oil
10
Q
A/E: cathartic colon and melanosis coli
A
Stimulant laxatives
11
Q
Act as surfactants
A
Emollient laxatives
12
Q
Secretory laxatives
A
Stimulant laxatives
