Gastrointestinal Medications (Counseling Tips) Flashcards

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promethazine

A

drowsiness and dizziness
avoid alcohol due to enhanced drowsiness
sun sensitivity

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2
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ondansetron

A

fatigue
headache
diarrhea or constipation

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3
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omeprazole

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works in 1 day up to 4 days for full effect
food delays absorption so take 1 hour before
separate from antacids by 2 hours

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4
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famotidine

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works in 1 hour up to 1 day for full effect
can be taken with antacids

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5
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maalox

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shake well
works within minutes
many drug-drug interactions
constipation from aluminum
diarrhea from magnesium and simethicone

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6
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calcium carbonate

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constipation
chew before swallowing
do not use longer than 2 weeks for indigestion

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7
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docusate sodium

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works in 1-3 days
take with water
diarrhea and cramps

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8
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polyethylene glycol

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laxative works in 1-3 days
do not take laxative longer than 1 week without MD approval
colon prep works in 1 hour
diarrhea, cramps, bloating

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9
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bisacodyl

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oral dose works in 8 hours
suppository works within 15-60 mins
do not take for longer than 1 week without MD approval
diarrhea and cramps

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10
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loperamide

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drowsiness
is diarrhea isnt improved within 2 days call doctor due to dehydration risk

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