GI Pharmacology

Question 1

Causes malabsorption of Vit. B12, Ca, Fe, and Zn

B12
Iron
Calcium
Zinc

Answer 1

Omeprazole

Question 2

Used for the prevention of NSAID-induced gastric mucosal injury

Answer 2

Misoprostol (PGE1 analog)

Question 3

Causes black stools and darkening of tongue

Answer 3

Bismuth subsalicylate

Question 4

DOC for diabetic gastroparesis

Answer 4

Metoclopramide (D2 antagonist)-promotes GI motility

Question 5

MOA of metoclopramide

Answer 5

Blocks D2 receptors

Question 6

Laxative (bulk-forming)

Answer 6

Psyllium

Question 7

Laxative (stool-softening); causes malabsorption of Vitamins ADEK

Answer 7

Docusate

Question 8

Laxative (osmotic)

Answer 8

Lactulose

Question 9

Laxative (stimulant/cathartic)

Answer 9

Bisacodyl

Question 10

Causes melanosis coli

Answer 10

Senna

Question 11

Used in IBD (mild to moderate)

Answer 11

Mesalamine

Question 12

DOC for PUD

Answer 12

Omeprazole

Question 13

Antacid with strong laxative effect

Answer 13

Magnesium hydroxide

Question 14

Antacid with constipating action

Answer 14

Aluminum hydroxide

Question 15

An osmotic laxative that could be used to treat constipation caused by muscle relaxants such as verapamil

Answer 15

Magnesium hydroxide

Question 16

Management of steatorrhea is best accomplished by the use of this agent

Answer 16

Pancrelipase