33. Pharmacology of the treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers Flashcards

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Treatment and prevention of gastric ulcers involve several classes of drugs

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  1. Acid neutralisers, antacids
  2. Acid secretion inhibitors
  3. Drugs increasing mucosal resistance
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Acid neutralisers, antacids

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Work to neutralise stomach acid

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Acid secretion inhibitors

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1. H2 antagonists
Reduce acid production by blocking histamine receptors
2. Proton pump inhibitors
Potent inhibitors of gastric acid secretion

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Drugs increasing mucosal resistance

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1. Coating agents
Protect the ulcer site
2. PGE analogues
Enhance mucosal defence and reduce acid secretion

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