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Misoprostol (Cytotec): Class, use, SE

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PGE1 analogue
Prevents/reduces NSAID induced damage
Nausea, diarrhea, HA dizzy
- do not use in preg (induce abortion)

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MOA, PK, use of PPI “prazole”

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Pro drugs activated in parietal cell to sulfenamide
1x/d dosing on empty stomach, eat 30 min later
irreversible block of acid formation (takes 2-5 d)
long lasting effect (1-2 d to replace pump)

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SE of PPI “prazoles”

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Nausea, diarrhea, colic
OP (decrease Ca abs), Decrease Mg abs (cramps)
HA, dizzy, sleepiness, increased LFT uncommon
Skin rash, bacterial overgrowth possible
Omeprazole may inhibit CYP2C19 (phenytoin, warfarin, diazepam, clopidogrel)

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PPI: Use

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Ulcers unresponsive to H2 blockers
4 wk to heal duodenal ulcer, 8 wk gastric
DOC GERD
Pt on NSAIDS
ZES
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Sodium Bicarb: Class, use

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Acid Neutralizing agent (GI)
Inorganic base neutralizes acid by binding to HCl
Temporary fix for heartburn, gastritis; adjunct to other drugs bc rapid acting

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Calcium Carbonate (tums): Class, use

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Acid Neutralizing (GI)
Inorganic base neutralizes acid by binding to HCl
Temporary fix for heartburn, gastritis; adjunct to other drugs bc rapid acting

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MgOH/AlOH (Maalox, Gaviscon): Class, use

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Acid Neutralizing (GI)
Inorganic base neutralizes acid by binding to HCl
Temporary fix for hearburn, gastritis; adjunct to other drugs bc rapid acting

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PK H2 blockers “tidines”

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Oral, half life 12 hr
Liver metab, kidney excretion
Most effective at night

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SE of H2 blockers “tidines”

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Few (worse in elderly)
HA, dizziness, nausea, rash itch
Cimetidine: anti testosterone (gynecomastia, loss libido, impotence); also inhibits metab of drugs meta by CYP3A4 (warfarin, phenytoin, theophylline, digoxin

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What drugs are metab by CYP3A4

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Warfarin, phenytoin, theophylline, digoxin

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“tidines”: Class, use

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H2 blockers
Decrease GI acid formation through H2 receptor blockade (now OTC)
Used to treat/prevent ulcers (stress/NSAID induced), pre anesthesia, GERD adjunts, with H1 antagonists for severe allergic rxn

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What is Sucralfate (Carafate)

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Cytoprotective Agent,
Take on empty stomach
Polymerizes to provide protective barrier cells in ulcer base; rarely used
Has aluminum – constipation; upset stomach and drug interactions

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Tx of H pylori and Ulcers

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Block acid and kill bactera: Pepto Bismol, Metro, Clarithromycin, tetracycline, amoxicillin, H2 blocker

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What are the prokinetic agents

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Metoclopramide (D2 antagonist that increases ACh release, antiemetic – SE cramping, diarrhea, tardive dyskinesia, infant methemoglobinemia, don’t use if pregnant)
Bethanechol (M agonist – diarrhea, cramps)
Erythromycin (used in diabetic gastroparesis)

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Sx and tx of IBS

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Abd pain, bloating, gas, constipation/diarrhea
Visceral hyperalgesia
Tx: diet, drugs, reduced stress
Glycopyrrolate, dicyclomine, TCAs (M antagonists, antispasmodic, TCA for chronic pain)

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Drugs for treating IBS

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Glycopyrrolate, dicyclomine (both antispasmodics aka antiM drugs), TCAs (good for chronic pain)

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Pathophysiology of IBS

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Stimulation of 5-HT4 receptors on nerve terminal increases ACh release, increases peristalsis
Release of 5-HT from Enterochromaffin cells stimulates 5HT3 receptors
Sends pain signal to CNS

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Alosetron (Lotronex) class, MOA and use

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Serotonin 5HT3 receptor antagonist
IBS with severe diarrhea in women
Constipation most common SE
SE can be severe – GI obstruction, perforation
Many contraindications, risk benefit statement req

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Tegaserod (zelnorm) class, MOA, details

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5-HT4 partial agonist, off market bc cardiac risk

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Targets for vestibular system

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H1 and M1 receptor

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Targets for CTZ

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Chemoreceptors, D2 receptor, NK receptor, 5 HT3 receptor

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Targets for GI tract and heart

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Mechanoreceptors, chemoreceptors, 5 HT3 receptors

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“setrons” class MOA, use

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Serotonin 5HT3 antagonists
Tx N/V induced by chemo, radiation, gastric dz
NOT for motion sickness
SE: HA, constipation, dizziness

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Prochlorperazine (Compazine), Promethazine (Phenergan): Class, MOA, Use, SE

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Antinausea/antiemetics
Block DA, M and Histamine recpetors
Use: post op, gastroeneteritis, chemo, motion sickness (DOC motion sickness is dimenhydrinate and scopolamine)
SE: sedation

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Dranbinol (Marinol) /Medical marijuana/Nabilone: Class, MOA, use, SE
THC cannabinoid used for chemo induced N/V | Stimulates appetite
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DOC motion sickness
Scopolamine, dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)
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What influences bowel function: peristalsis/motility
Increased by PNS, decreased somewhat by SNS | Decreased by opioids (CNS and PNS effects)
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Describe function of the bowel
8-9 L H2O/d enters, most reabs - only 100 mL in feces Abs of water, electrolyes Secretion water &electrolyes Abs of CHO, PRO, minerals and nutrients (via transporters)
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Define normal bowel freq vs constipation
Normal is >3x/wk 25% people think they are constipated (due to decreased freq, difficulty initiating, feces too firm, incomplete emptying) but 1/3 who use laxatives are not actually constipated Chronic use of laxatives causes problems
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How do Laxatives work
Increase GI motility, prevent reab of water/electrolyte Enhance secretion of water/electrolytes Dissolve or lubricate feces
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What are the types of laxatives and their intensity
``` Bulk forming: mild Osmotic: INTENSE, cathartic Mucosal agents: irritant Lubricating Stool softeners ```
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What are the bulk forming laxatives and SE/recommendations
``` Fiber: dietary, methylcellulose (Citrucel), Psyllium (Metamucil), Polycarbophil *High fiber diet best SE: bloating, flatulence common Rec: plenty of water *Some may later abs of drugs ```
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What are the Osmotic Laxatives
MgOH (milk of magnesia) (also stimulates GI tract, increases peristalsis) Sodium salts: oral or enema (fleet) Sorbitol, mannitol, sucralose (also used as sweeteners) Lactulose (chronolac): used in cirrhossis and liver dz to decrease NH4, causes gas Polyethelene glycol (Colyte, miralax): prep colonoscopy, miralax OTC for constipation Drink lots of water!!!!
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How do mucosal agents work? Class?
``` Laxatives Stimulate peristalsis Enhance secretion/inhibit absorption H2O Mild: Bisacodyl, Senna (Senokot) Intense: Castor oil (requires bile, stimulates uterus so do not use if preg; used for surery, dx) ```
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Bisacodyl, Senna (senokot) class, MOA
Mild mucosal agent/laxative | Stimulate peristalsis, enhance secretion/inhibit abs H2O
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Bisacodyl: class, MOA, use
``` Mucosal agent (laxative) Stimulates peristalsis, enhances secretion, inhibits absorption of H2O ```
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Castor oil: class, MOA, use
Mucosal agent (intense) Requires bile, stimulates uterus (CI in preg) Used for surgery, diagnostic (colonoscopy) Don’t use if pt has gallbladder or bile problem
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Lubricants/softeners: MOA, use, effectiveness
Increase bulk Soften and lubricate stool Not very effective Mineral oil, Docusate (emulsifies), Glycerin (lubricate)
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Mineral Oil: class, MOA, use, SE
Lubricant/softener Increases bulk, softens and lubricates stool Can decrease abs of Fat soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K) If inhaled into lungs, can cause lipoid pneumonia Can cause leaking – stains clothing and furniture
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Docusate sodium (Colace, Doxinate): class, MOA, use, SE
``` Most effective of the lubricant/softener class Emulsifies, softens colonic contents and may increase water abs ```
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Glycerin: class, MOA, use
Lubricant/softener (laxative) | Suppositories that help lubricate distal end of bowel
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How effective are lubricants/softeners
Not very effective
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Lubiprostone (amitiza): MOA, use, SE
Laxative PGE1 analogue, activates ClC2Cl channels in luminal cells to increase fluid secretion Softer stool, better motility, less constipation NO effect on electrolytes, no laxative dependence, not absorbed systemically SE: N, D, HA
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Uses of Laxatives?
Reduce straining, maintain soft stools Empty bowel for dx or surgical procedures Decrease Bowel tone Geriatrics, pregnancy Get rid of pathogens/toxins Constipation (cause may include opioids) – manage with diet, water consumption, exercise
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Contraindications for laxative use
N/V, cramps Undx abdominal pain Appendicitis Obstruction
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Overuse of laxatives…
``` Occasional = ok Chronic = adverse effects incl dependence, electrolyte/fluid imbalance, spastic colitis, Ulcerative colitis (UC) ```
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Pathophysiology and risks of Diarrhea. Causes?
Fluid > capacity to absorb Frequent, loose watery stools Dehydration/electrolye imbalance Causes: Pathogens, IBS, inflammation, Malabs, laxatives, thyroid dz, drugs
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How do antidiarrheal drugs work
Absorb excess water (fiber, Aluminum salts) Inhibit secretion Decrease motility (opioids, anticholinergics) *note: fiber good for both constipation and diarrhea *note: opioids very effective
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Adsorbents: MOA, use, effectiveness
Absorb water, form gel like mass Bulk forming agents (man are also laxatives) May benefit watery diarrhea by increasing bulk Dietary approach: bananas, applesauce, rice NOT very effective
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Loperamide (Imodium): class, MOA
Anti diarrheal opioid Does not enter CNS, low abuse potential May cause abdominal pain, constipation
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Diphenoxylate/atropine (Lomotil): class, MOA, SE
Antidiarrheal Opioid with atropine reduces abuse potential, increases effectiveness (OD = sx atropine poisoning) Anticholinergic SE: red as a beet, blind as a bad, dry as a bone, mad as a hatter
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When should you not use opioids to treat Diarrhea
Infections (will decrease expulsion of pathogens) UC (toxic megacolon risk) Recovering drug addicts (some abuse potential – diphenoxylate)
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Bismuth subsalicylate (pepto bismol): class, MOA, use, SE
``` Anti-diarrheal for “Travellers diarrhea” Absorbs water and pathogens Salicylate = anti inflam SE: black tongue, mouth and stool CI: ASA allergy, kids (Reyes), asthmatics (asa asthma) ```
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Simethicone (Gas-X): class, MOA, use
Antiflatulent that coats and dissipates gas to make it pass less noticeably; decreases bloating
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Sulfasalazine (azulfidine): MOA, use, SE
Anti inflam 5 aminosalicylic acid + sulfapyridine Activated by bacteria in GI tract Tx: IBD (UC and crohns) SE: allergic rxn possible (salicylate) Avoid in children bc risk of Reyes syndrome

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