GI drugs Flashcards
1
Q
What class of drugs are Sulphasalazine and Mesalazine?
A
5-aminosalicyclic acid (5-ASA)
2
Q
What are the possible side effects of 5-aminosalicyclic acid (5-ASA) (sulphasalazine and mesalazine)?
A
GI upset, headache, agranulocytosis, anaemia and pancreatitis
3
Q
How should C.diff be treated?
A
Vancomycin (oral)