Test 2: antiulcer drugs: Nonsystemic antacids Flashcards
1
Q
4 examples of Nonsystemic antacids
A
- Tums (calcium carbonate)
- Rolaids
- Carmilax (magnesium hydroxide)
- Amphojel (aluminum hydroxide)
2
Q
how do Nonsystemic antacids work?
A
minerals directly neutralize acid molecules in the stomach
3
Q
Ca and Al antactids can cause
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constipation
4
Q
Mg antacids can cause
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diarrhea
5
Q
Nonsystemic antacids may interfere with the absorption of other drugs because
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changes in the pH (when acid molecules are neutralized) in the GI tract can affect how other drugs (given that route) are absorbed
6
Q
acidity in cows caused by eating too much grain can be treated with this Nonsystemic antacid
A
Carmilax bolets