GI drugs Flashcards

1
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What class of drugs are Sulphasalazine and Mesalazine?

A

5-aminosalicyclic acid (5-ASA)

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What are the possible side effects of 5-aminosalicyclic acid (5-ASA) (sulphasalazine and mesalazine)?

A

GI upset, headache, agranulocytosis, anaemia and pancreatitis

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How should C.diff be treated?

A

Vancomycin (oral)

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