Drug- Organ Effects

Question 1

Metoclopramide

Answer 1

Increases GI motility, decreases food absorption. (increases muscle contractions in upper digestive tract to treat GERD and preparing ulcers)

Question 2

Opioids

Answer 2

Decreases GI motility, can lead to constipation.

Question 3

Sulfonylureas and Lithium

Answer 3

Impairs iodine uptake or release by the thyroid

Question 4

Anticholinergics

Answer 4

Decreases GI motility, blocks parasympathetic activity

Question 5

Chloramphenicol, tetracycline

Answer 5

Decreases protein metabolism

Question 6

Adrenal corticosteroids, ethanol, growth hormone, oral contraceptives, Vitamin D

Answer 6

Increases lipid levels

Question 7

Aspirin, colchicine, glucagon, fluoxetine, morphine

Answer 7

Decreases lipid levels

Question 8

Ethanol, anti-histamine, corticosteroids, insulin, psychoactive drugs, thyroid hormone

Answer 8

Increase appetite

Question 9

Aminosalicylic acid, slow release K+, iodide, colchine, trifluoperazine, ethanol, oral contraceptives

Answer 9

Decreases vitamin B 12

Question 10

Antibiotics, fiber, digoxin, glucagon, fluoxetine, morphine

Answer 10

Decreases appetite

Question 11

Orlistat

Answer 11

Decreased absorption of fats