Gastrointestinal Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
Neutralizes stomach acids
SE: diarrhea-constipation (cancels each other)
A
Aluminum/Magnesium hydroxide
2
Q
Greatly supresses nocturnal acid secretion, H2 blocker
SE: gynecomastia
A
Cimetidine
3
Q
Irreversible blockade of H+/K+ ATPase
DOC for peptic ulcer disease and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
A
Proton Pump inhibitor
4
Q
Pro kinetic agent, anti emetic, DOC for diabetic gastroparesis
A
Metoclopramide
5
Q
Osmotic laxative
Treatment of hepatic encephalopathy
A
Lactulose
6
Q
Stimulant laxative
SE: melanosis coli
A
SENNA
7
Q
Opioid anti-spasmodic
DOC for non-infectious diarrhea
SE: paralytic ileus (in children)
A
Loperamide