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Laxatives Flashcards

1
Q

What is the mechanism of action of stimulant laxatives?

A

Increase intestinal motility

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2
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Name two stimulant laxatives?

A

Senna

Bisacodyl

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3
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What is the main CI of stimulant laxatives?

A

Intestinal obstruction

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4
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Give 3 examples of osmotic laxatives and how do they work?

A

Movicol
Laxido
Lactulose

Retains fluid in the bowel

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5
Q

Give an example of a bulking agent and how does it work?

A

Fybogel

Increases faecal mass to stimulate peristalsis

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How do you manage a pt admitted with constipation?

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Prescribe stimulant and osmotic

  1. Movicol + senna
  2. Increased movicol dose + senna
  3. Movicol + senna + bowel prep
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