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Drugs
MEDOP 230- Gastroenterology: Drugs
Term | Definition | Note |
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Antacid drugs | Neutralize acid in the stomach to treat heartburn. | |
Antibiotic drugs | Treat bacterial infections anywhere in the GI tract; not effective for viral infections. | |
Antidiarrheal drugs | Treat diarrhea by slowing down peristalsis to increase water absorption. | |
Antiemetic drugs | Treat nausea and vomiting and motion sickness. | |
Drugs for gallstones | Dissolve gallstones to eliminate the need for surgery. | |
H2 blocker drugs | Block histamine 2 (H2) receptors in the stomach to treat GERD and PUD. | |
Laxative drugs | Treat constipation by softening feces or adding dietary fiber. | •Suppositories are inserted into the rectum and directly stimulate peristalsis. |
Proton pump inhibitor drugs | Block production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach to treat GERD and PUD. |