GI Lubricants Flashcards
1
Q
Medications
A
docusate
glycerin
mineral oil
2
Q
Actions
A
docusate: detergent action on surface of intestinal bolus, making a softer stool
glycerin: hyperosmolar laxative used to gently evacuate the rectum without systemic effects increasing in GI
mineral oil: forms a slippery coat on the contents of intestinal tract
3
Q
Indications
A
- constipation
4
Q
Contraindications
A
- allergy
- acute abdominal disorders
5
Q
Cautions
A
- heart block
- CAD
- debilitation
- pregnancy
- lactation
6
Q
Adverse Effects
A
- diarrhea
- abdominal cramping
- nausea
- leakage and staining (mineral oil)
- dizziness
- headache
- weakness
- sweating
- palpatations
- flushing
- fainting
7
Q
Drug-Drug Interactions
A
frequent use of mineral oil can interfere with absorption of fat- soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K)
