GI Drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What drugs are known to worsen dyspepsia?
A
- Alpha blockers, CCB’s, beta blockers, nitrates
- Anticholinergics
- Aspirin, NSAID’s
- Bisphosphonates
- Corticosteroids
- Theophyllines
- Tricyclic antidepressants
2
Q
What is the treatment for a positive H.Pylori infection?
A
Seven day triple therapy
- Omeprazole30mg bds
- Amoxicillin 1g bds
- Clarithromycin 500mg bds /Metronidazole 400mg bds
- Ensure patient knows how important it is to be compliant with this
