LAXATIVES

Question 1

cathartic laxatives:

Answer 1

1. sorbitol
2. magnesium
3. magnesium sulfate
4. sodium sulfate

Question 2

anthraquinone derivatives:

Answer 2

1. aloe
2. senna
3. cascara

Question 3

diphenylmethane derivative:

Answer 3

bisacodyl

Question 4

bulk-forming laxatives:

Answer 4

1. psyllium
2. methylcellulose
3. polycarbophil

Question 5

osmotic laxatives:

Answer 5

1. magnesium hydroxide
2. sorbitol
3. lactulose
4. balanced polyethylene glycol (PEG)

Question 6

stool softeners = emollient laxatives or surfactant:

Answer 6

1. docusate sodium
2. docusate calcium
3. glycerin suppository
4. mineral oil