GI

Question 1

What are Histamine H2 receptors used for?

Answer 1

GERD and PUD

Question 2

What is the action of Histamine H2 receptors?

Answer 2

Inhibits the action of Histamine 2

Question 3

What are the side effects of Histamine H2?

Answer 3

Diarrhea, constipation, mental confusion, flushing, muscle aches, lethargy

Question 4

What decreases the effectiveness of Histamine H2 receptors?

Answer 4

Smoking

Question 5

What medication is a contraindication of Histamine H2 receptors?

Answer 5

Antacids

Question 6

What Histamine H2 receptor has greater CNS effects?

Answer 6

Cimetidine

Question 7

What is the action of Proton Pump Inhibitors?

Answer 7

Inhibits acid production

Question 8

What is the use of Proton Pump Inhibitors?

Answer 8

GERD and PUD

Chronic erosive esophagitis

Question 9

What are the side effects of Proton Pump Inhibitors?

Answer 9

Diarrhea, headache, dizziness, abdominal pain

Question 10

When should patients take their Proton Pump Inhibitor?

Answer 10

Take 30 minutes before meals

Question 11

What is the action of a Mucosal Protectant Drug?

Answer 11

Coats the ulcer protecting it against acid, promotes healing

Question 12

What is a Mucosal Protectant Drug used for?

Answer 12

PUD, GERD

Question 13

What is the side effect of Mucosal Protectant Drugs?

Answer 13

Constipation