Medications Upper & Lower GI

Question 1

Which medications are Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) used to reduce stomach acid in GERD, peptic ulcers, and gastritis?

Answer 1

Prilosec, Protonix (prescription) and Nexium

Question 2

Which medications are H2 Receptor Blockers that block histamine to reduce stomach acid, commonly used for GERD and peptic ulcers?

Answer 2

Zantac, Pepcid and Tagamet

Question 3

True or False: H2 Receptor blockers are a long-term drug

Answer 3

False - short-term use only

Question 4

What are some examples of antacids that neutralize stomach acid for quick relief from occasional heartburn?

Answer 4

Tums, Rolaids, Mylanta and Maalox

Question 5

Which prokinetic agents are used to improve gastric motility, especially helpful in treating gastroparesis?

Answer 5

Mectoclopramide (Reglan) and Erythromycin

Question 6

Which medication coats the stomach lining to protect against acid and pepsin, often used for treating peptic ulcers?

Answer 6

Sucralfate

Question 7

What drugs may be prescribed to gastritis following a positive H. Pylori antibody test and to peptic ulcers?

Answer 7

Antibiotics and PPI (to temporary reduce acid)

Question 8

Which medication delays carb absorption to help manage blood sugar levels in Dumping Syndrome?

Answer 8

Acarbose

Question 9

Which medication inhibits insulin release to prevent hypoglycemia in patients with Dumping Syndrome?

Answer 9

Octreotide

Question 10

What antidiarrheal medication slows gut motility to reduce bowl movements in diarrhea?

Answer 10

Imodium

Question 11

What antiemetic drug is used to control nausea and vomiting, specifically for gastroparesis?

Answer 11

Ondansetron (Zofran)

Question 12

What antidiarrheal medication slows gut motility to reduce bowel movements in diarrhea?

Answer 12

Loperamide (Imodium)

Question 13

What medication softens stool by increasing water content into stool, typically used for treating constipation?

Answer 13

Colace

Question 14

What drugs are osmotic agents that draw water into the large intestines and bowels for treating contipation?

Answer 14

Lactulose, Milk of Magnesia

Question 15

Which type of medications stimulate bowel movements by increasing muscle contractions in the intestines?

Answer 15

Dulcolax, Senna

Question 16

Which type of medication is primarily used to treat SIBO by reducing bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine?

Answer 16

Antibiotics

Question 17

What would be prescribed to someone with Short-Bowel Syndrome?

Answer 17

Anti-diarrheal

Question 18

What are the primary treatments for diverticulitis if there is and infection or complication?

Answer 18

Antibiotics and possibly surgery

Question 19

Which types of medications are commonly used to control inflammation in IBD?

Answer 19

Anti-inflammatories and immunosuppressive drugs