Prototype Drug Unit 3 & 4- Psyllium Mucilloid Flashcards

1
Q

therapeutic classification

A

agent for constipation

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2
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Pharmacologic classification

A

bulk-type laxative

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3
Q

Therapeutic effects and uses

A

When taken with a sufficient quantity of water, psyllium swells and increases the size of the fecal mass.

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4
Q

Mechanism of action

A

Expands the size of the stool and promotes colon peristalsis that closely resembles a natural bowel movement

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5
Q

Route

A

PO

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6
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Absorption

A

Not absorbed; remains in the GI tract

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7
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distribution

A

Not distributed

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8
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Primary metabolism

A

Not metabolized

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9
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Primary excretion

A

Feces

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10
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Drug interaction

A

Decrease the absorption of warfarin, digoxin, nitrofurantoin, antibiotics, and salicylates

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11
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Pregnancy category

A

C

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