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Probiotics vs Prebiotics

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Probiotic contraindications

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Immunocompromised

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Goals for anti-diarrheal therapy

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  1. Eliminate causes
  2. Decrease fluid in lumen
  3. Decrease propulsive contractions
  4. Increase mixing contractions
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Opioids as anti-diarrheals

Examples and Mechanism of Action

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Eg. morphine and codeine

MOA: Mu receptor agonist, work by increasing fluid absorption and decreasing fluid secretion, decreasing propulsive contractions and increasing segmental contractions to delay gastric emptying

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Loperamide

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Mu opioid agonist with low risk for addiction

Less CNS effects, more PNS

Side effect: fatigue, n/v, dizziness, dry mouth, cramping, paralytic ileus, urinary retention, rash

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Bismuth Subsalicylate

Mechanism of Action and Side Effects

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Stimulates fluid absorption in GI tract, reduces inflammation by inhibiting prostaglandins, binds to toxins, and bactericidal action

Can cause black stool

Toxicity can lead to tinnitus

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Pharmalogical constipation options

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  • Bulk laxatives
  • Emollients
  • Stimulants
  • Saline laxatives
  • Hyperosmolar laxatives
  • Enemas
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Bulk laxative

Examples and Mechanism of Action

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Not systemically absorbed, work by pulling fluid into the GI to form a soft, bulky stool

Eg. Psyllium, methycellulose, calcium polycarbophil, bran

*Must take with plenty of water

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Emollient examples and mechanisim of action

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Docusate sodium (Colace) and Docusate calcium (Surfak)

Not systemically absorped, work by enabling stool to be penetrated by water and become soft

First line for hard/dry stool

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Stimulant laxatives

Examples and mechanism of action

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Bisacodyl, Senna, Castor oil

Act on GI mucosa to stimulate peristalsis

Not for long term use, can cause dependence

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Saline laxatives

Examples and mechanism of action

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Magnesium hydroxide, magnesium sulfate, magnesium citrate, sodium phosphate

Work by drawing water into the intestinal lumen

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Hyperosmolar laxatives

Examples and mechanism of action

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Lactulose, sorbitol, glycerol, polyethylene glycol

Draws water into the intestinal lumen, doesn’t have electrolytes like saline laxatives do.

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Enema examples and mechanism of action

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Sodium phosphate (Fleet enema), soap suds, tap water, olive oil, saline

Induce bowel evacuation by stimulating distention

*Risk for electrolyte imbalances with all enema types

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Pharmalogical Options for GERD/PUD

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  • Antacids
  • H2RB
  • PPI
  • Probiotics
  • Bismuth
  • Antimicrobials
  • Cytoprotective agents
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Antacids Mechanism of Action and Patient Education

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Work by neutralizing gastric acid, thereby increases pH of stomach and duodenum.

Take 1 hour after meal, drink full glass of water with tablet

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Antacid adverse effects

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Calcium carbonate and aluminums: constipation

Magnesium hydroxide: diarrhea

Sodium bicarbonate: elevated Na+ and fluid retention

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Histamine 2 Receptor Blockers

Examples and Mechanism of Action

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Ranitidine, Cimetidine, Famotidine, Nizatidine

Binds H2 receptors of gastric parietal cell reducing secretion of gastric acid.

**Considered first line for patients with more than ocassional symptoms

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H2 Receptor Blockers Cautions

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Generally well tolerated

Use caution in elderly (Beers criteria)

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Proton Pump Inhibitors

Mechanism of Action and Examples

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Irreversibly bind to hydrogen-potassium ATPase pump of parietal cell to block acid secretion.

Esomeprazole, lansoprazole, omeprazole, pantoprazole, rabeprazole

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PPI adverse effects and education

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Can have nutrient malabsorption, rebound heartburn with prolonged use

Increased risk for bacterial infection, pneumonia, fracture, CKD, possible increase MI risk

Beers criteria (avoid in elderly >8 weeks)

Take before breakfast, do not take at same time as H2 receptor blocker

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PUD Management

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  1. Decrease acid secretion with PPI
  2. Treat infection if present (H. pylori)
  3. Cytoprotective agents to protect gastric mucosa
  4. Remove contributing factors (NSAIDs)
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Sucralfate

Mechanism of Action, Patient Education, Side Effects

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Creates protective barrier which allows healing of gastric mucosa

Take 2 hours apart from other medications on an empty stomach

Constipation most common s/e

Avoid in renal failure

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Misoprostol

Indications, Side Effects, Education

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Used for NSAID induced PUD

Side effects: diarrhea, cramping, pain

**Abortifactant: must document effective birth control in persons of childbearing years with uterus. May also cause birth defects and premature birth.**

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H. Pylori Therapy

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  • Bismuth
  • Clarithromycin
  • Amoxicillin
  • Tetracyline
  • Metronidazole
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Bismuth Quadruple Therapy
1. Bismuth 2. PPI (omeprazole or pantoprazole) 3. Metronidazole 4. Tetracycline
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Nausea and vomiting neurotransmitters
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Main pharm agents for nausea and vomiting
* Antihistamines & Anticholinergics * Dopamine agonists * Selective Serotonin Antagonists
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Antihistamine/Anticholinergic as anti-nausea/vomiting Mechanism of Action and examples
Dimenhydrinate, Hydroxyzine, Meclizine, Promethazine, Scopolamine Block the physiologic action of histamine (H1)/acetylcholine at the receptor site Interrupts visceral afferent pathways that are responsible for stimulating n/v reflex Most commonly used in motion sickness
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Dopamine antagonists Mechanism of Action
Centrally acting: inhibiting the dopamine receptors in the medullary chemoreceptor trigger zone Peripherally Acting: block the vagus nerve in the gastrointestinal tract resulting in stimulation of GI motility
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Centrally Acting Phenothiazines Side effects and contraindications
Promethazine, Prochlorperazine Side effects: blurred vision, dry mouth, dizziness, restlessness, seizure, extrapyramidal symptoms, tardive dyskinesia Contraindicated: glaucoma, liver disease, prostate and bladder issues
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Peripherally Acting Phenothiazines Side Effects
Metoclopramide (central and peripheral activity) Diarrhea, fatigue, QT prolongation, extrapyramidal side effects \*\*Beers Criteria\*\*
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Serotonin (5HT3) Antagonist Indicatons and Side Effects
Ondansetron Used in chemotherapy induced n/v, postop, severe n/v, pregnancy May cause headache, constipation, need to monitor LFTs with prolonged use, QT prolongation, QRS widening
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What drugs/classes of drugs can lower lower esophageal sphingter tone increasing risk of reflux?
Anticholinergics Benzodiazepines Caffeine Calcium channel blockers (dihydropyridines) Estrogen/progesterone Nicotine Nitrates Theophylline Tricyclic antidepressants

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