GI- antacids Flashcards
1
Q
antacids examples
A
peptac, gaviscon
2
Q
antacids indications
A
indigestion, heartburn, stomach ulcer, gastritis
3
Q
antacids moa
A
antacids are basic which react with excess acid in stomach effectively neutralising it (excess water and salt are biproducts which the body absorbs0
4
Q
antacids side-effects
A
Stomach cramps, inhibited bone mineralization, fluid retention, or alkalosis
5
Q
antacids cautions
A
GI bleeding renal/hepatic impairemnt, heart disease
