GI DRUGS & Disorders Flashcards
Goal of tx for N/V :
Treat cause but often have to treat symptoms
For N/V, HX is critical. What are 5 essentials in getting a good HX?
- Onset
- PMH
- LMP(females)
- Appearance of emesis (coffee grounds or undigested food)
- recent bowel habits
N/V diagnostics :
X-ray
KUB
Ultrasound
labs: LFT’s
3 types of med can choose for N/V:
- Serotonin 5-HT Receptor antagonists (Zofran, Aloxi)
- Antidopaminergics
- Pepto
Causes of N/V:
- GI DISORDER: GERD, gastritis, constipation, pancreatitis, hepatitis
- Intracerebral / CNS / ⬆️ ICP
- Illness: microbial; H. Pylori
- Medications: Oc’s, antidepressants (like Celexa), antibiotics, chemo
How do the Serotonin 5 HT 3 receptor antagonists work (method of action/MOA)?
Selective 5-Ht3receptor antagonist, binds in both periphery and CNS, Reducing intestinal vagus nerve stimulation.
Not clear if result of CNS or peripheral antagonism.
blocks different NT than Compazine and Phenergan
Pharmacokinetics of 5ht receptor antagonists:
Well absorbed po Enhanced with food SL And IV preps available Metab via liver 70% protein bound Excreted via urine
Name 2 5Ht receptor antagonists:
Zofran and Aloxi
Adverse effects of 5ht receptor antagonists:
Headache Diarrhea Dizziness Constipation ** QTprolongation **
5ht receptor antagonists
Contraindicated in:
Congenital Long QT syndrome
Allergy
Who might not tolerate Zofran due to the side effect of constipation?
A pregnant pt with morning sickness
Pepto bismol (Bismuth Subsalicylate): MOA
= a derivative of salicylic acid, related to aspirin
- works to ⬇️ GI irritation»_space; ⬇ ️nausea
- also antidiarrheal properties / reduces bowel irritation (weak bacteriocidal activities for infectious diarrhea )
- also antacid properties
Pharmacokinetics Pepto Bismol:
Bismuth poorly absorbed but coats ulcers well
Subsalicylate hydrolyzed in stomach to salicylate
Bismuth is excreted in stool ** Can CAUSE BLACK STOOLS!**
Sub salicylate excreted in urine as salicylate
Side effects of PeptoBismol
Nausea
Constipation
Discolored tongue
Black stools
Contraindications for Pepto Bismol
Pediatrics (risk of Reye Syndrome)
Allergy
Phenothiazines: Phenergan, Compazine
MOA
- antidopaminergic / blocks dopamine receptors in brain thus blocking vagus nerve in GI tract
- Phenergan also has antihistamine effect on H 1 receptors
Phenothiazine
Pharmacokinetics / pharmacodynamics
Metabolized by liver
Excreted in stool
Side effects of phenothiazine
Sedation, dizziness, mood changes,constipation
Contraindications of Phenothiazines
Allergy
Severe HTN
BPH
PTS
Acid Reflux/ Gastritis:
prevalence, probable causes?
Very prevalent (10%) US pop
Several probable causes:
1. Transient lower esophageal sphincter relaxtion
2. Low resting lower esophageal sphincter
3. Poor esophageal acid clearance
4. Defects in esophagastric motility
5. Impaired mucosal resistance and over protective defenses
Descriptions and symptoms of gastritis
Burning sensation, nausea, chest pain, or globus (broad) sensation.
* can be very much like an MI ; differentiating SX - SOB, diaphoresis
Other contributing factors to gastritis?
Intake of acidic foods; treatment begins with removing these offenders / lifestyle modifications then mess
4 Types acid reflux/ gastritis meds
- Antacids
- Carafate
- H2 receptor antagonists
- PPI’s
Antacids: sodium bicarbonate, calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide
MOA?
These are weak bases that fact with gastric acid to form a salt and water, therefore decreasing gastric acidity