GI Medications Flashcards
(21 cards)
Stomach Medications (Acid reflux/ Ulcers)
H2 Anatgonists (H2 Blockers)
- Work by blocking the action of histamine at the Histamine 2 receptors of the parietal cells of the stomach to reduce acid.
- “-idine”
- Used for treatment/ prevention of ulcers and GERD/acid reflux symptoms including heartburn
Note; H2 receptors on parietal cells in the stomach stimulate the release of hydrochloric acid, which is essential for digestion
Ranitidine
Zantac
Famotidine
Pepcid
Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)
- Work by blocking the final step in stomach acid production by irreversibly binding to the proton pump of the gastric parietal cells.
-Used for treatment/prevention of ulcers and GERD - more acid suppression than H2 Blockers
- “-prazole”
GERD- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Omeprazole
Prilosec
Pantoprazole
Protonix
Esomeprazole
Nexium
Antiemetic Medications
Nausea/Vomiting/Motion Sickness
Antihistamine Antiemetics
Work by blocking Histamine (H1) Receptors in the brain that can cause nausea and vomiting and motion sickness
Promethazine
Phenergan
Meclizine
Antivert
5-HT3 Antagonist
Work by blocking serotonin receptors in the brain that can cause nausea and vomiting
Note; Serotonin plays a key role in such body functions as mood, sleep, digestion, nausea, wound healing, bone health, blood clotting and sexual desire
Ondansetron
Zofran
Other GI Medications
Medications for Constipation
- Increase the amount of water the stool absorbs in the gut
- Laxative type* may also be used as bowel prep prior to GI procedures
Docusate (stool softner)
Colace
Polyethylene Glycol 3350 (PEG)*
MiraLax
Medications for irritable Bowel/Cramping
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic digestive disorder characterized by abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits, including diarrhea, constipation, or both
Work by slowing the natural movements of the gut and by relaxing the muscles of the stomach and small intestines
Dicyclomine
Bentyl
Total meds in this deck
11
