Osmotic Laxatives Flashcards

1
Q

Example

A

Lactulose

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
2
Q

MoA

A

Retains water in colon to soften stool

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
3
Q

Indications

A

Constipation

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
4
Q

ADR

A

GI + Electrolyte disturbances

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly
5
Q

Prescribing Advice

A

Avoid in Intestinal obstruction/perforation

How well did you know this?
1
Not at all
2
3
4
5
Perfectly