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Drug that decreases amount of pH balance in the stomach
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Antacids (Anti-Reducing)
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Types of Histamine H2 Antagonists (3)
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1. Pepcid
2. Tagamet 3. Zantac |
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Drug that inhibits the action of histamine which reduces secretion of gastric acid.
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Histamine H2 Antagonists
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Types of Proton Pump Inhibitors (3)
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1. Protonix
2. Prilosec 3. Nexium |
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Drug that supresses gastric acid by blocking the final step in production of gastric acid by gastric mucosa.
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Proton Pump Inhibitors
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Types of Anticholeneric Drugs (2)
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1. Robinul
2. Atropine |
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Drug that reduces gastric motility and reduces amount of acid secreted by the stomach.
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Anticholeneric Drug
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Type of Pepsin Inhibitor
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Carafate
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Drug that binds with protein to form a protective substance in stomach.
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Pepsin Inhibitor Drug
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Type of prostaglanadine drug
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Cytotec
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Drug used to reduce the risk of NSAID induced gastric ulcers in critically ill patients.
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Prostaglanadine Drugs
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3 types of Stomach acid
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1. aluminum carbonate
2. calcium carbonate 3. magnesium hydroxide |
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Type of GI stimulant
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Reglan
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Drug that increases gastric motility without increasing gastric secretions.
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Gastrointestinal Stimulants
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What is the biggest risk of GI stimulants?
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Extrapyrimidal Symptoms
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Drug that inhibits the stimulation of the CTZ in brain that sends signals to the vomiting center in the medulla.
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Antiemetics
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Types of Antiemetics (2)
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1. Phenergan
2. Compazine |
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Drug that specifically targets serotonin receptors in both CTZ and @ nerve endings in the stomach
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5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists
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Types of 5-HT3 Receptor Antagonists (2)
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1. Zofran
2. Anzemet |
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Drug that induces vomiting in cases of poisoning.
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Emetic
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Type of Emetic
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Ipecac, Syrup
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Drug that has aspirin like compounds with topical antiinflammatory action in the bowel.
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Aminosalicylates
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Type of Aminosalicylates
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Asacol
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Specific brand of antidiarrheal that decreases intestinal peristalsis that have opoid effects.
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Lomotil
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Specific brand of antidiarrheal that act directly on muscle wall of bowel to slow motility and have non-opoid effects
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Immodium
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Over the counter Anti-diarrheal drugs (2)
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1. Pepto Bismal
2. Kaopectate |
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E.coli and C difficile are important organisms to remember why?
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You can not flush out these organisms with anti-diarrheal medication, because they may harm the intestinal mucosa. Must be treated with antibiotics.
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Types of Anti-flatulents (2)
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1. Mylicone
2. Charcoal |
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Drug that helps body release gas by belching or flatus.
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Anti Flatulents
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What increases peristalsis or atrracts water to bowel?
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Stimulant laxatives
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Types of Stimulant Laxatives (2)
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1. Milk of Magnesia
2. Senokot |
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What adds water to content of stool for prevention of straining during defacation?
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Stool Softener Laxatives
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Types of Stool Softeners (1)
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Colace
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What adds fiber to stool which increases the bulk and adds water?
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Fiber Laxatives
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Types of Fiber Laxatives (2)
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1. Metamucil
2. Fibercon |
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What lubricates intestinal walls and fascilitates the passage of stool?
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Emollient Laxatives
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Type of Emollient Laxative
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Mineral Oil.
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Types of Stimulant Laxatives (2)
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1. Milk of Magnesia
2. Senokot |
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What adds water to content of stool for prevention of straining during defacation?
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Stool Softener Laxatives
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Types of Stool Softeners (1)
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Colace
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What adds fiber to stool which increases the bulk and adds water?
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Fiber Laxatives
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Types of Fiber Laxatives (2)
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1. Metamucil
2. Fibercon |
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What lubricates intestinal walls and fascilitates the passage of stool?
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Emollient Laxatives
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Type of Emollient Laxative
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Mineral Oil.
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