Gastroenteritis: Pharmacological Management Flashcards by Tim Dola | Brainscape

Q

Reduce watery volume of stool

A

Bismuth Subsalicylate (Pepto-bismul)

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Suppresses H.pylori and assist in healing of mucosal lesions

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Bismuth Subsalicylate (Pepto-bismul)

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Examples of antibiotics

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Norfloxacin or Ciprofloxacin (if bacterial)
Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim

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Inhibits peristalsis

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Racecadotril (Hidrasec) and Loperamide (Imodium)

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