These agents block all acid secretion in the stomach.
Proton Pump Inbitiors
The cause of many peptic ulcers.
Helicobactor Pylori
These agents cause "acid rebound".
calcium compounds
A cytoprotective agent.
sucralfate
These agents are responsible for producing and secreting hydrochloric
acid in the stomach.
parietal cells
This type of antacid has a high neutralizing capacity and can cause diarrhea.
magnesium-containing antacids
These agents react with hydrochloric acid in the stomach to raise the pH.
antacids
These drugs inhibit gastric acid secretion.
histamine2 receptor blockers
This type of antacid has a slow onset and can cause constipation.
aluminum-containing antacids
This agent can result in systemic alkalosis.
sodium bicarbonate
These substances swell, become gel-like, and stimulate peristalsis
and defecation.
bulk-forming laxatives
These substances increase osmotic pressure in the intestinal lumen,
causing water to be retained.
saline cathartics
These drugs stimulate nerves that innervate the intestines, resulting
in increased peristalsis.
stimulant laxatives
This lubricates the intestine by retarding colonic absorption of
fecal water.
mineral oil
A laxative that decreases the production of ammonia in the intestine.
lactulose (Cephulac)
A substance commonly mixed with Kayexalate to prevent constipation.
sorbitol
Used for fecal impaction.
oil retention enema
An adverse effect of the administration of mineral oil.
decreased absorption of fat-soluble vitamins
Saline cathartics are contraindicated in renal disease because they
may cause this.
hypermagnesemia
A product used to cleanse the bowel before surgery.
magnesium citrate
This laxative should be taken with a full glass of water.
psyllium preparations
These agents block all acid secretion in the stomach.
Proton Pump Inbitiors
The cause of many peptic ulcers.
Helicobactor Pylori