GI pharm Flashcards

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GERD and PUD

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H2 receptor antagonists
PPI
mucosal protectants
antacids
antiemetics

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increase protective factors

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antacids
sucralfate

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3
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decrease aggressive factors

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H. pylori
target gastric acid secretion: H2 blockers and PPI (parietal cells)

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4
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H. pylori tm

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several abx and gastric acid I
combo therapy to minimize resistance (likes acidic env and most abx dont thrive well there)
need confirmed case before treating bc resistance
10-14 days, adherence not great bc v expensive and up to 12 pills/day

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5
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cimetidine
famotidine

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h2 receptor antagonists
moa: block h2 receptors in stomach, reduce gastric acid secretion 60-70%, increases stomach pH
PO, IV at least 1 hr apart from antacids, OTC
I: GERD, PUD, ulcer prophylaxis - asp pna, heartburn/dyspepsia

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h2 receptor antagonists: SE

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well tolerates, CNS effects in elderly, slight increased risk of pna in elderly
interactions: inhibit cyp450 (cimetidine, thats why famotidine is used 1st line)
can increase warfarin, phenytoin, theophylline bc cyp450 I (esp cimetidine)
give IV slowly to avoid bradycardia

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7
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PPIs

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omeprazole
patopracole
esomeprazole
moa: bind PP, inhibit H/K ATPase enzyme system (proton pump), irreversibly inhibits secretions of HCl - primary driver for stomach acid secretion
more effective than H2RA
I: short term treatment of PUD and GERD

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PPI SE

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short = safe
long (years) = increased risk of pna, bone loss/hip fracture, stomach cancer, benefits outweigh risks for most
few interactions

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mucosal protectant

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sucralfate
sucrose base, aluminum hydroxide
moa: alters when exposed to gastric acid, sticky thick gel -> protective barrier
I: duodenal ulcers, gastric ulcers, chronic gastritis
PO - tablet or suspension, take before you eat

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10
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sucralfate: SE

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no major
may cause C
decrease drug abs, PO take 2 hrs apart

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antacids: SE

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Al and Ca based = c
Mg based = d
Mg + Al = balanced
acid rebound
chelation, altered gastric abs of many drugs (separate by 2hr)

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antacids

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moa: neutralize acid by approximately 50%
I: PUD (heal), GERD (s), stress ulcers (prophyl), heartburn and indigestion (for some)

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antiemetics

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serotonin blockers
antihistamines
anticholinergics
dopamine antagonists
prokinetics

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14
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ondanestron

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serotonin blocker
moa: block serotonin receptors in chemoreceptor trigger zone in brain and in afferent vagal nerves in stomach and SI
PO or IV
I: n/v, esp in chemo/radiation

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15
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ondanestron: SE

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common
mild HA, d, dizzy, c
serotonin S
be aware of other drugs that affect serotonin (SSRI, SNRI, TCA, MAOIs, buspirone, tramadol)

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16
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antihistamines

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dimenhydrinate
meclizine
hydroxyzine
moa: block release of histamine H1 receptors in inner ear
I: treat dizzy and n -> antiemetics and antivertigo associated with motion sickness

17
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antihistamines: SE

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sedation, drowsy, dizzy
anticholinergic effect!
FALL RISK - esp elderly
not given IV -> tissue necrosis, gangrene

18
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dopamine antagonists

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prokinetic agent = metoclopramide
moa: block dopamine receptors, increase tone of lower ES (GERD), increase peristalsis in stomach and intestine (diabetic gastroparesis and post op)
I: n/v associated with chemo/radiation/opioids, GI motility issues, paralytic ileus

19
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dopamine antagonists: SE

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sedation
severe: extrapyramidal symptoms, restlessness, neuroleptic malignant S

20
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extrapyramidal s

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drug induced movement disorders
metoclopramide + antipsychotic meds
akathisia: may feel restless, tense, constant desire to move
acute dystonia: invol muscle contractions
parkinsonism -> rigid muscles in limbs
tardive dyskinesia -> late onset, progressive S, repetitive facial movements - tongue twisting, cheek puffing, chewing motions, lip smacking, grimacing
neuroleptic malignant S -> worst, life threatening, muscle rigid 1st, fever, drowsy, confusion -> seizure

21
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drug therapy for diarrhea

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diphenoxylate with atropine
loperamide
moa: decrease intestinal peristalsis, reduce intestinal effluent
SE: drowsy and c
fall and driving precautions esp with other CNS depressants
anticholinergic effects of atropine
serious: cardiac arrest/arrythmias (brady)

22
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IBS meds

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5 aminosalicylates
DMARDs
not great at treating

23
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5 aminosalicylates

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sulfasalazine
I: mild - mod IBS
moa: sulfonamide abx that converts intestine into 5 aminosalicyclic acid AND sulphapyridine
sulphapyridine has no therapeutic effect for IBD because of its SE some pt prefer mesalamine alone

24
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sulfasalazine: SE

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n, fever, rash, HA, hematologic disorders
dont give to pt with sulfa allergy or who have certain types of anemias, caution for use in pt with many diseases - can cause lots of issues

25
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DMARDs

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infliximab
disease modifying antirheumatic drug
moa: monoclonal antibody that neutralizes TNF alpha (inflam mediator)
I: lots, IBD

26
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infliximab: SE

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immune suppression: infection, cancer, HF, infusion rxn, neutropenia
often require therapeutic drug monitoring and biomarker monitoring for inflam (CRP)
screened for TB and other diseases before start, titers drawn, need vax

27
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general tm

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diet mod, sx, pharm

28
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bismuth subsalicylate

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adsorbent
Coats walls of GI tract, bind causative agent for elimination (adsorption)
I: diarrhea
SE: Increased bleeding time, constipation, dark stools and tongue darkening
Same as aspirin
nc: Form of aspirin
Activated charcoal also given in drug overdose

29
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Loperamide (otc, slowed peristalsis only, no SE)
Diphenoxylate (with anticholinergic, Rx)

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antimotility
moa: Slow peristalsis by reducing rhythmic contractions and smooth muscle tone of GI tract, drying effect due to anticholinergic – reduce gastric secretions
I: d
SE: Due to anticholinergic: Urinary retention, headache, dizziness, anxiety, drowsiness, bradycardia, hypotension, dry skin, flushing
nc: Used alone or in combo with adsorbents and opiates

30
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Lactobacillius organisms (Bacid, Culturelle)
Saccharomyces boulardii (C. diff)

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probiotics
moa: replenish bacteria and restore normal flora
I: d r/t abx, S. b is for C. diff
nc: these bacteria make up majority of normal flora of gut, OTC or Rx strength

31
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Docusate sodium
Mineral oil

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Emollient
moa: Both prevent water from moving out of intestines
DS - Lubricate fecal material and walls, promote fat absorption into fecal mass (soften stool)
MO - lubricate intestines
I: DS- Prevent opioid induced constipation
MI - fecal impaction
SE: Skin rashes, decreased absorption of vitamins
NC: DS - given prophylactically for post op
MI - PO and PR (rectal) or enema

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psyllium

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Bulk forming laxatives
moa: Act similar to dietary fiber, absorb water into intestine – increasing bulk (volume), distend bowel to initiate flex bowel activity and bowel movement
I: Okay for long term use
Contraindicated for intestinal obstruction or fecal impaction
SE: Impaction above strictures, fluid/electrolyte (less than other types of laxatives) imbalance, gas formation, esophageal blockage
nc: Action limited to GI tract – no systemic affects
Take with lots of water to prevent esophageal obstruction or fecal impaction (should be in 8-12 oz of water)

32
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Glycerin
Lactulose
Polyethylene glycol

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hyperosmotic
moa: Increase water content in feces; promote distension, peristalsis, and evacuation
L: works in colon; reduce blood ammonia levels
I: G - common in children – suppository
L - reduce blood ammonia levels – use with liver disease and hepatic encephalopathy
PG - before diagnostic or surgical bowel procedures – total cleansing of bowel, very potent
SE: Abdominal bleeding, rectal irritation, electrolyte imbalance

33
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Magnesium salts (Mg citrate, Mg hydroxide, Mg sulfate)
Sodium salts

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Saline
moa: Increase osmotic pressure and draw water into colon
I: Constipation
SE: Magnesium toxicity (in renal pts), electrolyte imbalance, cramping, diarrhea
nc: Work within 3-6 hrs
Mg salts available OTC
Na salts usually given via fleet enema

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bisacodyle
senna

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I: Constipation or whole bowel evacuation – work on entire GI tract
SE: Nutrient malabsorption, gastric irritation, e imbalance
NC: B - PO and PR
OTC