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What are the 5 main types of anti-ulcer drugs

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  • Antacids
  • Histamine 2 antagonist
  • Proton Pump Inhibitors
  • Prostaglandin analogues
  • Systemic Antibiotics
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What are 2 indications for anti-ulcer drugs?

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PUD and GORD

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What are the 4 compounds that make up antacids?

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  • Aluminium hydroxide
  • Calcium carbonate
  • Magnesium salt
  • Sodium bicarbonate
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Which of the 4 antacid compounds cause a laxative effect?

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  • Magnesium salt

- Sodium bicarbonate

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Which of the 4 antacid compounds cause constipation

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  • Aluminium hydroxide

- Calcium Carbonate

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How do antacids work?

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Neutralise gastric acids

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Do not take antacids within ___ of other medications

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2 hours

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How much water needs to be taken throughout the day when taking antacids?

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3L

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How to avoid laxative or constipation effects when taking antacids?

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Combine agents with opposite effects.

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Antacids can produce _____ colour ____.

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white, stool

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What are 2 examples of H2 receptor antagonists?

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  • Cimetidine

- famotidine

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How do H2 receptor antagonists work?

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Block the H2 receptor of gastric parietal cells. This reduces HCL secretion.

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H2 receptor antagonists cause ____ depression symptoms. Such as ____, ____, _____.

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CNS, dizziness, headache, sleepiness

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If a drug has CNS depression effect what needs to be considered?

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Falls risk, driving, etc.

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H2 receptor antagonists has a drug interaction. What is this?

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It blocks hepatic enzymes which increase plasma levels of certain drugs. Such as Metformin, betablockers, phenytoin, CCB, opioid analgesics, and oral anticoagulants.

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When on H2 receptor antagonists, HR and BP needs to be monitored if administered via ____

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IM or IV

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What is a very strong anti-ulcer medication?

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PPI

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How do PPIs work?

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Block gastric ATPase enzyme on parietal cells which inhibit the last step of acid formation.

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What are 2 examples of PPIs?

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Esomeprazole

Omeprazole

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What are the indications for PPI use?

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H. Pylori induced PUD, chronic gastritis, GORD or erosive esophagitis (cons. Biphosphonates)

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PPI treatment should last a maximum of ____

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8 weeks

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PPIs have a short/long half life.

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short - 2-3hrs

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What does PPI increase the risks of?

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URTI

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PPIs block the hepatic enzymes that metabolise what drugs?

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  • Warfarin
  • Diazepam
  • Phenytoin
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PPI reduce absorption of _____ and ______. Both drugs require gastic pH to be absorbed.
digoxin and ampicillin
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What is an example of a prostaglandin analogue?
Misoprostol
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What are the indications for Misoprostol?
- prevent NSAID induced gastric ulcers - treat PUD - IOL or abortion
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What is the action of prostaglandin analogues?
It binds to prostaglandin receptors on parietal cells which decreases gastric acid secretion, increase mucous production and mucosal blood flow.
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When in Misoprostol contraindicated?
pregnancy.
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What are the ADRs of prostaglandin analogues?
- GI upset - premature labour - menstrual disorders - bleeding/cramps
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What drug has a bactericidal effect on H. Pylori and provides a protective layer on mucosa?
Colloidal Bismuth Subsitrate
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What anti-ulcer drug can cause black tongue and faeces?
CBS
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What is used to treat H. Pylori?
Triple or quadruple therapy of ABs. This is due to the bacteria being very resistant.
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What are some examples of ABs that treat H. Pylori?
- Clarithromycin - Amoxicillin - Metronidazole - Tetracycline
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What are tests that diagnose H. Pylori?
- Urea breath test - GI endoscopy - Stool sample for antigen
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What is the treatment for diarrhoea?
- Rehydration and electrolyte replacement - ABs for severe infectious diarrhoea - peristalsis slowing drugs for systematic relief
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Loperamide and can/cannot cross the BBB. This means it does/doesn't have a CNS effect
cannot, doesn't
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What are the 5 types of laxatives?
- bulk-forming - stimulants - emollients - osmotic - lubricants
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What is an example of a bulk-forming laxative?
Psyllium - metamucil
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What is the 1st line therapy for acute/chronic constipation?
Bulk-forming laxative
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What laxative is used for opioid-induced constipation and has a fast onset <30mins?
methylnaltrexone
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How do bulk-forming laxatives work?
The substance swells in water which enlarges the stool and promotes peristalsis.
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________ laxatives interfere with Ca absorbtion.
bulk-forming
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Bulk forming laxative are contraindicated with pt with ______.
GI obstruction.
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How long do bulk forming laxatives take to take effect?
2-3 days
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Monitor ________ balance while pt is taking laxatives.
electrolyte.
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What is an example of a stimulant laxative?
Bisacodyl | Sennosides
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What is the indication for stimulant laxatives?
For those who are unresponsive to bulk or osmotic laxatives. Mod-severe constipation Post surgery
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What is the MOA of stimulant laxatives?
Stimulates nerve endings in intestinal smooth muscle which increases peristaltic movements.
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Stimulant laxatives work within ______
6-12 hours.
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Overuse of stimulant laxatives may lead to ____ _______. Long term use can lead to _______.
rebound constipation. | dependence.
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What laxatives do you need to avoid laying down after taking?
Bulk-forming and lubricant.
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What laxatives should be avoided during pregnancy?
stimulant.
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What is Docusate?
Emollient/stool softener
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How do emollient laxatives work?
Prevent water reabsorption and promote water and electrolyte secretion.
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How long do emollient laxatives take to work?
1-3 days
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_____ laxatives are indicated for increased ICP and hernias, as they prevent _________.
emollient, straining.
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Magnesium sulphate, Sodium sulphate, lactulose, glycerol and sorbitol are all examples of _____.
Osmotic laxatives.
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Pt with HTN should avoid what osmotic laxative?
Na osmotic laxative
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Pt with DM should avoid what osmotic laxative?
Lactulose
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How do Osmotic Laxatives work?
The substance is not absorbable and makes the bowel contents HYPERTONIC. This draws H20 into the intestinal lumen which increases faecal mass.
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What laxative is the 1st line for chronic constipation and 2nd line for acute constipation?
Osmotic laxatives.
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How long do osmotic laxatives take to work?
1 - 3 hrs
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Liquid paraffin is a ____ laxative.
lubricant.
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Polyp-like growths and colon cancer are associated with _____.
lubricant laxatives.
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What laxative impairs the absorption of vit A, D, E and K?
lubricant laxatives.
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Antagonists of Histamine 1, Dopamine 2, Serotonin 5HT3, Neurokinin-1, Acetylcholine/muscarinic are commonly used as _______.
antiemetics.
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Anti-emetic agents bind to relevant receptors on ___, _______, ______ centre and ____.
GI, vestibular-apparatus, vomiting centre and CTZ.
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Promethazine is a representative of what class?
H1 Antihistamines.
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How does promethazine work?
Blocks H1 receptor in the CNS and possibly anti-Ach on the vestibular apparatus.
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H1 antihistamines can cause _____ or _______ due to CNS inhibition.
drowsiness, sedation
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Hyoscine is an example of a ______
Antimuscarinic/anticholinergic
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Anticholinergic action is in the.........
Vestibular apparatus and vomit centre. It blocks acetylcholine.
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Dopaminergic D2 antagonists are__________ as well as antiemetics.
antipsychotics.
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What are examples of dopaminergic D2 antagonists?
- Metoclopramide (crosses BBB) | - Domperidone (does not cross BBB)
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What is the MOA metoclopramide?
Block dopamine receptors in CTZ and gut. This increases the rate of gastric emptying and oesophageal tone.
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What drug causes extrapyramidal symptoms?
Metoclopramide.
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What are extrapyramidal symptoms?
akathisia, psuedoparkinsonism, tardive dyskinesia, dystonia.
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Dopaminergic D2 antagonists can cause_____ _____, so they require ____ monitoring.
orthostatic hypotension, BP
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Which anti-emetic has a less sedative effect than H1 antihistamines but does cause dry mouth, constipation and blurred vision?
Antimuscarinic/anticholinergics such as Hyoscine
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5-HT3 receptor antagonists block ______ receptors in the CTZ and ____.
serotonin, GIT
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What is an example of a 5-HT3 receptor antagonist?
Ondansetron.
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Ondansetron has more/less ADR compared to metoclopramide.
Less
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Ondansetron can cause _______ and _____ ____ so is not for pt with CVD. It can also cause ____.
bradycardia, heart block. Headaches.
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What is an example of Neurokinin-1 antagonist?
Aprepitant.
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Aprepitant site of action is in the ___, _____ _____ and maybe the ___.
CTZ, vomiting centre and GIT
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What are the ADRs of Aprepitant?
Hiccups, diarrhoea

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