Co-phenotrope Flashcards
1
Q
Drugs that make up co-phenotrope
A
- diphenoxylate
- atropine
2
Q
How does diphenoxylate in co-phenotrope give its anti-diarrhetic effect
A
By slowing down bowel movement (+ time for absorption)
3
Q
Contraindications for co-phenotrope
A
- GI obstruction
- paralytic ileus
- toxic megacolon
- jaundice
- C. Diff infection
4
Q
Excretion of co-phenotrope
A
Faeces
5
Q
Drugs that should be avoided when prescribing co-phenotrope
A
- anti-depressants
- opioid analgesics
