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Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Flashcards

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4 characteristics of GI disorders

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Structural
Malabsorptive
Inflammatory
Neoplastic in nature

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What is one of the most common GI disorders?

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GERD

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Which is the most effective available proton pump inhibitor?

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Esomeprazole

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True or false: Esomeprazole is the R enantiomer of omeprazole, which is formulated as a racemic mixture of R and S enantiomers

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False. Esomeprazole is the S enantiomer of omeprazole

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Adverse effects of PPIs

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HA, nausea, disturbed bowel function, and abdominal pain

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Two classes of agents that reduce acid production

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PPIs and H2 receptor antagonists

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What class of drugs neutralizes acid?

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Antacids

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Which of the following is not a compound commonly found in antacids?
Aluminum hydroxide 
Magnesium hydroxide
Sodium bicarbonate
Calcium bicarbonate
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Calcium bicarbonate; however, calcium carbonate is commonly used in antacids

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What two classes of drug promote mucosal defense?

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Coating agents and prostaglandins

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