Gastrointestinal Drugs Flashcards

1
Q

DiaGel
Contains

A

Smectite Clay

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2
Q

Metronidazole
Properties

A
  • Antibiotic
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antiparasitic
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3
Q

Animals Unable to Vomit

A
  • Rabbits
  • Horses
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4
Q

Sucralfate
Use

A

Treats gastric ulcers
* binds to mucosa

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5
Q

CRTZ

A

Part of the brain that triggers vomiting

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6
Q

Xylazine
Use

A

Induces vomiting in cats

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7
Q

Lomotil
Use

A

Decreases flow of ingesta through the intestines

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8
Q

Apomorphine
Administration

A
  • IV
  • Conjunctival sac of eye
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9
Q

Laxatives
Drug Examples

A
  • Laxatone
  • Metamucil
  • DSS
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10
Q

Cerenia
Use

A

Anti-emetic Drug
* blocks substance P in the CRTZ
* comes as injectable and tablet form

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11
Q

Mirtazapine
Use

A
  • Anti-emetic
  • Appetite stimulant
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