Liver Disorders and Related Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
What is ursodeoxycholic acid used for?
A
The dissolution of gall stones and in primary biliary cirrhosis.
2
Q
What is primary biliary cirrhosis?
A
An autoimmune disease, causing progressive destruction of the bile ducts, preventing bile acids from reaching the intestines.
3
Q
What is cholic acid used for?
A
Improvement in the flow of bile in those with congenital problems with bile synthesis.
4
Q
What is used for the pharmacological treatment of oesophageal varices?
A
Terlipressin, a vasoconstrictor which reduces portal hypertension.
