Peptic Ulcer Flashcards

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Mylanta

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Contains weak bases that cancel each others diarhhea constipation, neutralise stomach acid

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Ranitidine

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H2 receptor antagonist, opposes histamine that would increase acid secretion

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3
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Omeprazole

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Proton Pump Inhibitor, reduces acid secretion

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4
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Nexium

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Eradication treatment, antibiotic + PPI

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5
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Misoprostol

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Prostaglandin analogue, used to replace the epithelium protective effects of prostaglandins in NSAID based peptic ulcer

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