GASTROINTESTINAL DRUGS Flashcards
Prevent expulsion of stomach contents by decreasing stimulation of either the chemoreceptor trigger zone, near the medulla, or the vomiting center in the medulla
PREVENTS?
ANTI-EMETICS; Nausea/Vomiting
Dramamine
Phenergan
Antihistamines
Scopolamine
Anticholinergic
Thorazine
Phenothiazines
Granisetron Ondansetron
Serotonin receptor antagonist
non-pharmacologic measures for nausea/vomiting
Dry toast, Tea, Crackers
Store anti-emetics drug in____ & _____ container.
tight, light resistant
Neutralize gastric acid
ANTACIDS
Aluminum hydroxide,
Magnesium hydroxine
AlOH + MgOH (Maalox/Magaldrate)
are used for?
Peptic ulcers, reflux esophagitis, hiatal hernia
Adverse reaction of aluminum compounds
Constipation
Adverse reaction of Magnesium compounds
DIARRHEA
ANTACIDS are administered with?
8 oz of glass water
Recommended diet high in?
Calcium, Iron
Inhibit secretion of pepsin
Block release of histamines
ANTI-PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE
4 types of ANTI-PEPTIC ULCER DISEASE
- Proton-pump Inhibitor (PPI)
- H2-receptor Blockers
- Cytoprotective agent
- Anti-cholinergics