Applied Therapeutics Theory Quiz: Laxatives Classification

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What is the mechanism of action of the mentioned medications?

Reducing inflammation of the intestinal mucosa

Inducing constipation

Stimulating peristalsis (correct)

Inhibiting Na+/K+ ATPase enzyme

What is the adverse effect of prolonged use of the mentioned medications?

Loss of colonic smooth muscle tone (correct)

Increased smooth muscle tone in the colon

Reduced water and electrolyte accumulation in the gut lumen

Enhanced peristalsis

Why should stimulant laxatives be used for only short periods?

To prevent increased water and electrolyte accumulation in the gut lumen

To reduce inflammation in the gut

To avoid loss of colonic smooth muscle tone (correct)

To enhance peristalsis for a longer duration

What effect do the mentioned medications have on Na+/K+ ATPase enzyme?

Inhibition Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consequence of the mechanism of action of the mentioned medications?

Accumulation of water and electrolytes in the gut lumen Signup and view all the answers

Antacid suspensions are faster and more effective compared to tablets with the same composition and dosage.

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Antacids should be administered as needed, typically between meals and before bedtime when symptoms are expected or occur.

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The primary function of antacids is to neutralize excess stomach acid.

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Patients should swallow the tablets whole without chewing them.

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Antacids are most effective when taken on an empty stomach.

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Applied Therapeutics Theory Quiz: Laxatives Classification

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What is the mechanism of action of the mentioned medications?

What is the adverse effect of prolonged use of the mentioned medications?

Why should stimulant laxatives be used for only short periods?

What effect do the mentioned medications have on Na+/K+ ATPase enzyme?

What is the primary consequence of the mechanism of action of the mentioned medications?

Antacid suspensions are faster and more effective compared to tablets with the same composition and dosage.

Antacids should be administered as needed, typically between meals and before bedtime when symptoms are expected or occur.

The primary function of antacids is to neutralize excess stomach acid.

Patients should swallow the tablets whole without chewing them.

Antacids are most effective when taken on an empty stomach.

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