Gastrointestinal Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
DiaGel
Contains
A
Smectite Clay
2
Q
Metronidazole
Properties
A
- Antibiotic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antiparasitic
3
Q
Animals Unable to Vomit
A
- Rabbits
- Horses
4
Q
Sucralfate
Use
A
Treats gastric ulcers
* binds to mucosa
5
Q
CRTZ
A
Part of the brain that triggers vomiting
6
Q
Xylazine
Use
A
Induces vomiting in cats
7
Q
Lomotil
Use
A
Decreases flow of ingesta through the intestines
8
Q
Apomorphine
Administration
A
- IV
- Conjunctival sac of eye
9
Q
Laxatives
Drug Examples
A
- Laxatone
- Metamucil
- DSS
10
Q
Cerenia
Use
A
Anti-emetic Drug
* blocks substance P in the CRTZ
* comes as injectable and tablet form
11
Q
Mirtazapine
Use
A
- Anti-emetic
- Appetite stimulant