Drug Classes And Their Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Absorbents
A
bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol)
2
Q
Antimotility: Anticholinergics
A
belladonna alkaloids
*Note: not used in Canada as antidiarrheals
3
Q
Antimotility: Opiates
A
- codeine phosphate
- loperamide hydrochloride
- diphenoxylate hydrochloride with atropine sulphate
4
Q
Probiotics
A
Lactobacillus acidophilus
5
Q
Bulk forming
A
psyllium (Metamucil)
6
Q
Emollient: stool softener
A
docusate salts (Colace)
7
Q
Emollient: lubricants
A
mineral oil
8
Q
Hyperosmotic
A
- Polyethylene glycol (PEG, RestoraLAX)
- glycerin
- Lactulose
9
Q
Saline
A
- Magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia)
- Magnesium citrate
10
Q
Stimulants
A
- senna (Senokot)
- bisacodyl (Dulcolax)