Digestive Relief Flashcards
What are Tums and Rolaids used for?
Heartburn, indigestion, and gas
They are antacids.
What is the purpose of Laxatives like Miralax and Senokot?
For constipation
They help to relieve bowel issues.
What medication is used for nausea and vomiting?
Gravol
Specifically targets nausea and vomiting.
What is the generic name for Gravol?
Dimenhydrinate
Gravol is commonly used to treat motion sickness and nausea.
What is the generic name for Imodium?
Loperamide
Imodium is an antidiarrheal medication.
What is the generic name for Tums?
Calcium Carbonate
Tums is used as an antacid to relieve heartburn and indigestion.
What is the generic name for Pepto-Bismol?
Bismuth Subsalicylate
Pepto-Bismol is often used to treat upset stomach and diarrhea.
What is the generic name for Dulcolax?
Bisacodyl
Dulcolax is a stimulant laxative used to treat constipation.
What is the generic name for Gravol?
Dimenhydrinate
Used for motion sickness and nausea.
What condition is Imodium used to treat?
Diarrhea
Loperamide is the generic name.
What is the primary use of Calcium Carbonate?
Heartburn, indigestion
Tums is a common brand example.
Bismuth Subsalicylate is commonly used for which symptoms?
Nausea, diarrhea, stomach upset
Pepto-Bismol is a brand example.
What is the generic name for Dulcolax?
Bisacodyl
Used for constipation relief.
