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Drugs that Affect BM

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Narcotic Analgesics Suppresses peristalsis
Anticholinergic Drugs Inhibits acid production and suppresses intestinal movement
Antibiotics Causes diarrhea
NSAID Causes GI bleeding
Aspirin Causes GI bleeding
Histamine Agonist Inhibits secretion of hydrochloric acid and inhibits in digestion
Iron Formation of black stool
Laxatives and Cathartics Medications that aid in passing of stools
Bulk Forming: Metamucil Action: Stretches the intestinal wall; used for chronic constipation Feature: Must take with 240 ml of water or will cause obstruction
Emollient: Desonate, Surfak, Dialose Action: Fat and water into the stool; stool softener
Saline: Fleet enema, Milk of Magnisia Action: Increases peristalsis via osmosis
Stimulant Cathartics: Dulcolax Action: Increases intestinal mobility by irritating the intestinal mucosa Feature: May cause cramping
Lubricant: Mineral Oil Action: Coats the stool for easier passing Feature: May cause fat embolus
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